The Sot-Weed Factor by John Barth

"The Sot-Weed Factor" is a satirical, picaresque novel set in the late 17th century, revolving around an innocent poet from London who is tricked into becoming a tobacco sot-weed factor in Maryland. The protagonist's misadventures, filled with mistaken identities, pirates, Native Americans, and a wide array of eccentric characters, mirror the challenges and absurdities of America's early colonial period. The narrative, rich in historical detail and parody, explores themes of identity, truth, and the nature of reality.

The 1487th greatest book of all time


Published
1960
Nationality
American
Type
Fiction
Pages
700-800
Words
212,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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