Philip K. Dick: Unraveling Reality Through Science Fiction


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"Philip K. Dick: Unraveling Reality Through Science Fiction" is a captivating journey into the life, mind, and visionary works of one of the most influential and enigmatic authors in the realm of science fiction. Philip K. Dick's stories are renowned for their exploration of alternate realities, human identity, and the blurred lines between what's real and what's illusory. This compelling biography delves into the life of the man behind the iconic androids, the mind-bending narratives, and the enduring legacy. It explores his early influences, personal struggles, and the profound impact of his experiences on his groundbreaking literature. Dick's work challenged the conventions of science fiction, bringing complex characters, political critique, and philosophical depth to the genre. His stories are both a reflection of his own inner battles and an exploration of universal themes. From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" to "A Scanner Darkly," this book takes you on a journey through the mind of a writer who questioned the very nature of reality. Philip K. Dick's influence extends far beyond literature, impacting the worlds of film, art, and technology. "Philip K. Dick: Unraveling Reality Through Science Fiction" is a must-read for fans of science fiction, those curious about the life of a literary genius, and anyone intrigued by the boundary-pushing exploration of what it means to be human in a world of shifting truths and infinite possibilities.




Ubik


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A mind-bending, classic Philip K. Dick novel about the perception of reality. Named as one of Time's 100 best books.




The Eyes Have It


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The Divine Madness of Philip K. Dick


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The Divine Madness of Philip K. Dick, written by a psychologist, investigates the inner world of the science fiction writer Philip K. Dick. In 1974, Dick was beset by religious visions, and warned police he was an android. The book explores whether Dick's experience was a spiritual awakening or caused by mental illness.




Philip K. Dick's Electric Ant


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FROM THE MIND OF LEGENDARY SCI-FI AUTHOR PHILIP K. DICK! Garson Poole had a pretty great life: good job, nice apartment, a sexy, flirtatious assistant. And then he wakes up in a hospital room...the doctors inform him that he's been in a car accident...and they can't treat him. Because he's a robot. Specifically, Garson is an Electric Ant, a human-like robot created and programmed to serve a specific function. But what is Garson's function? How will his friends and co-workers treat him, knowing that he's a machine, and not a person? And how much of his world is real, and how much of it is part of his programming?




Eye in the Sky


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A wry look at how different people see the world, told in the caustically fun style of award-winning science fiction novelist Philip K. Dick.




Mr. Spaceship


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From the mind of visionary sci-fi master Philip K. Dick, author of blockbuster adaptations like Blade Runner, Total Recall, and Minority Report, comes a thrilling short story of humanity's struggle against a powerful alien foe in Mr. Spaceship. In a distant future where humanity is locked in a losing war with the enigmatic "Yuks"-- a race with unparalleled biotechnological prowess-- a daring solution is born. Enter Philip Kramer, a resourceful scientist leading the cutting-edge attempt to turn the tides of war: creating a spaceship controlled by a human brain. Kramer's ailing professor, in a heartrending act of self-sacrifice, volunteers his brilliant mind for the project. But as the limits of human ingenuity collide with the cosmic, the professor's brain undergoes a startling transformation, seizing control of the vessel and dismantling all preconceptions of power and ambition. Captured in the spaceship's cold embrace, Kramer and his wife must grapple with the chilling realization of humanity's self-destructive nature, as they face an agonizing choice: follow the professor's vision for a new world, or risk everything in a fight to reclaim their future. Mr. Spaceship delivers a gripping tale of desperation, sacrifice, and the lengths that people will go to for the sake of progress. With its potent fusion of military strategy, alien invasions, and a philosophical exploration of man's indomitable spirit against all odds, this tantalizing gem from a trailblazing legend will leave you pondering the choices you'd make in the face of cosmic adversity.




Martian Time-Slip


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Mars is a desolate world. Largely forgotten by Earth, the planet remains helpless in the stranglehold of Arnie Kott, who as boss of the plumbers' union has a monopoly over the vital water supply. Arnie Kott is obsessed by the past; the native Bleekmen, poverty-stricken wanderers, can see into the future; while to Manfred, an autistic boy, time apparently stops. When one of the colonists, Norbert Steiner, commits suicide, the repercussions are startling and bizarre.




Side Life


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Set in Seattle, Steve Toutonghi’s second novel, Side Life, is a dazzling, intriguing, and philosophical blend of literary science fiction—perfect for fans of Blake Crouch, Philip K. Dick and Ex Machina. What if every possibility of every life were within your reach? Vin, a down-on-his-luck young tech entrepreneur forced out of the software company he started, takes a job house-sitting an ultramodern Seattle mansion whose owner has gone missing. There he discovers a secret basement lab with an array of computers and three large, smooth caskets. Inside one he finds a woman in a state of suspended animation. There is also a dog-eared notebook filled with circuit diagrams, beautiful and intricate drawings of body parts, and pages of code. When Vin decides to enter one of the caskets himself, his reality begins to unravel, and he finds himself on a terrifying journey that raises fundamental questions about reality, free will, and the meaning of a human life.




Weird Tales 291 (Summer 1988)


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The Summer 1988issue of Weird Tales showcases the work of Featured Author Tanith Lee and Featured Artist Stephen Fabian (who did all the artwork). Includes contributions from Morgan Llywelyn, Brian Lumley, and many more.