Schrodingers Caterpillar, Zane Stumpo
Schrodingers Caterpillar, Zane Stumpo
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Schrödinger's Caterpillar
A stupid book for brainy people

Author: Zane Stumpo

Narrator: Zane Stumpo

Unabridged: 10 hr 48 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/01/2020


Synopsis

Graham Paint is a downsizing consultant, and sick of it. One morning he misses his bus when he stops to put a strange caterpillar in a matchbox. As the bus passes he's shocked to spot himself inside. Like Schrödinger's Cat in the famous quantum thought experiment, the caterpillar has spawned parallel possibilities. This comic novel explores Graham's search for a better life among the various overlapping alternatives.Another clone, Grim Dupeint, is a loathsome international arms dealer. Graham infiltrates Grim's corporation, then embezzles cash for charity. When a furious Grim realises, Graham must act fast. And right now he's acting like fish food.Graham launches upon a new lifestyle (and sex life) as he dons the designer suits of power. But sinister figures soon see through Graham's expensive clothing.Now Graham's under attack from the corporation, the police, his ex-wife's private detective, and an infuriatingly pompous water-colourist who Graham might have been if he'd gone to art college rather than business school. To survive (and steal the artist's wonderful woman) Graham needs to find hidden resources.By definition Dopplegraham's equally resourcefulBugger...

Reviews

Goodreads review by Anna on June 10, 2019

This was a fun read! I enjoyed this zany journey, reminiscent of "Hichiker's Guide to the Galaxy." I also enjoyed the opportunity to use the word "zany."......more

Goodreads review by Corey on February 01, 2015

When Stumpo allows the narrative to take the front seat, Schrodinger's Caterpillar is a remarkable work. Graham's quest to discover his knack for success by examining various potential versions of himself is well-written, funny, and told with reckless abandon. The ending wraps up the narrative tight......more

Goodreads review by Michael on May 01, 2013

Not as funny as he thinks he is.......more

Goodreads review by James on May 10, 2013

a wonderfully strange writing style mixed with humour A very good book but not for the light hearted a whimsical look at reality and what happens IF Recommended for everyone......more

Goodreads review by Olof on July 08, 2015

This is one of the best books I've had the luxury to read in a while. I laughed, I wondered, I theorized. I can't recommend this book enough......more