Absurdist narrative structure: Offers a unique reading experience with improbable events and intricate storytelling
Global journey: Expands across Siberia, Kabul, Venice, Milan, India, Morocco, Rome, and France for a vivid, immersive plot
Linguistic and cultural delights: Delights in wordplay, linguistic riddles, and diverse cultural references
Neutral, lucid prose: Maintains a sober tone while delivering imaginative and often savage descriptions
Award-winning author: Written by Harry Matthews, honored for his contributions to American literature
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By Harry Mathews Introduction by Nicholas Delbanco Paperback: 9781628976755 eBook: 9781628976762 Publication Date: November 17th, 2026
Description A “comic extravaganza” (Washington Post Book World) from one of the most acclaimed voices in American avant-garde literature, Tlooth follows its narrator on a fantastical, globe-trotting quest fo
