Salt Water Taffy Or, Twenty Thousand Leagues Away From the Sea: The Almost Incredible Autobiography of...

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June Corey Ford Triplett

Salt Water Taffy Or, Twenty Thousand Leagues Away From the Sea

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The Almost Incredible Autobiography of Capt. Ezra Triplett's

June Corey Ford Triplett

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Parodies & spoofs

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""Salt Water Taffy Or, Twenty Thousand Leagues Away From the Sea"" is a brilliant and biting parody of the sensationalist sea memoirs that captivated the public in the early 20th century. Written by the noted humorist Corey Ford under the pseudonym June Triplett, the work presents the almost incredible autobiography of a young woman raised on the high seas by her father, Captain Ezra Triplett.

Through a series of increasingly absurd and improbable maritime adventures, the narrative lampoons the tropes of nautical literature and the dramatic flourishes of contemporary bestsellers. From harrowing encounters with bizarre marine life to the peculiar traditions of life aboard a sailing vessel, the book serves as both a comedic masterpiece and a sharp cultural critique. Its wit lies in its pitch-perfect imitation of the earnest, breathless prose often found in authentic adventure chronicles of the era.

This work remains a classic of American satire, offering a hilarious glimpse into the era's literary landscape and the perennial appeal of the tall tale. Readers will appreciate the clever wordplay and the imaginative stretches of truth that define the legendary maritime legacy of the Triplett family.

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By: June Corey Ford Triplett
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 485g
ISBN: 9781025964850
ISBN 10: 1025964853
Pages: 220
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active