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The Gum Thief: A Novel
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The First And Only Story Of Love And Looming Apocalypse Set In The Aisles Of An Office Supply Superstore.In Douglas Coupland'S Ingenious New Novelsort Of A Clerks Meets Who'S Afraid Of Virginia Woolfwe Meet Roger, A Divorced, Middleaged Aisles Associate At Staples, Condemned To Restocking Reams Of 20Lb. Bond Paper For The Rest Of His Life. And Roger'S Coworker Bethany, In Her Early Twenties And At The End Of Her Goth Phase, Who Is Looking At Fifty More Years Of Sorting The Red Pens From The Blue In Aisle 6.One Day, Bethany Discovers Roger'S Notebook In The Staff Room. When She Opens It Up, She Discovers That This Old Guy She'S Never Considered As Quite Human Is Writing Mock Diary Entries Pretending To Be Her: And, Spookily, He Is Getting Her Right.These Two Retail Workers Then Strike Up An Extraordinary Epistolary Relationship. Watch As Their Lives Unfold Alongside Roger'S Workinprogress, The Oddly Titled Glove Pond, A Cheeverera Novella Gone Horribly, Horribly Wrong. Through A Complex Layering Of Narratives, The Gum Thief Reveals The Comedy, Loneliness, And Strange Comforts Of Contemporary Life.Coupland Electrifies Us On Every Page Of This Witty, Wise, And Unforgettable Novel. Love, Death And Eternal Friendship Can All Transpire Where We Least Expect Them And Even After Tragedy Seems To Have Wiped Your Human Slate Clean, Stories Can Slowly Rebuild You.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Gum Thief: A Novel'? A: 'The Gum Thief: A Novel' falls under the genre of Epistolary fiction, which features a narrative style that uses letters, diary entries, and other forms of correspondence.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Gum Thief'? A: The author of 'The Gum Thief: A Novel' is Douglas Coupland, known for his unique storytelling and exploration of contemporary life.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Gum Thief' have? A: 'The Gum Thief: A Novel' contains 275 pages, providing a substantial reading experience.
- Q: What is the publication date of this novel? A: 'The Gum Thief' was published on October 2, 2007.
- Q: Is 'The Gum Thief' available in hardcover? A: Yes, 'The Gum Thief: A Novel' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality feel.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Gum Thief'? A: 'The Gum Thief' explores themes of love, loneliness, and the complexities of contemporary life, particularly through the lens of retail work.
- Q: Is 'The Gum Thief' suitable for young readers? A: 'The Gum Thief' is generally aimed at adult readers due to its themes and complexity, making it more suitable for mature audiences.
- Q: What makes 'The Gum Thief' unique compared to other novels? A: 'The Gum Thief' is unique for its epistolary format, blending humor and poignant reflections on life, with characters developing through their written exchanges.
- Q: What is the main plot of 'The Gum Thief'? A: The plot centers around Roger, a middle-aged office supply worker, and Bethany, a young co-worker, who form an unexpected bond through Roger's diary entries about her.
- Q: What edition of 'The Gum Thief' is available? A: 'The Gum Thief: A Novel' is available as a First Edition, offering collectors a unique addition to their library.