Escape existential dread through knitted universe puzzle.
Our Tragic Universe by Scarlett Thomas is a unique and thought-provoking novel that explores the existential dread of living forever. The main character, Meg, is stuck in a hopeless relationship and seeks a way out. Through exploring a knitting pattern for the shape of the universe and other mysterious connections, Meg embarks on a journey of self-discovery. This book would be a great read for those who enjoy philosophical and introspective novels.
ISBN: 9781847671295
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: RM45.77 MYR
Authors:
Scarlett Thomas
Publisher: Canongate Books
Date of Publication: 2011-04-07
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.45
(rated by 5112 readers)
Description
Could a story save your life?If Kelsey Newman's theory about the end of time is true, we are all going to live forever. But who would want that?Certainly not Meg, a bright spark locked in a hopeless relationship. But if she can work out the connection between a wild beast on Dartmoor, a ship in a bottle, the science of time and a knitting pattern for the shape of the universe, she might just find a way out.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.
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