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Philip K. Dick

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1928
Died
1982 (aged 54)
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Philip K. Dick

Philip K. Dick was an author who primarily wrote in .

Philip K. Dick (1928–1982) was an American science fiction writer known for his mind-bending and thought-provoking works. His novels, including “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” (the basis for “Blade Runner”), explored themes of reality, identity, and technology.

Short Stories written by Philip K. Dick

  • Adjustment Team - Short Story Adjustment Team 1950 - It was bright morning. The sun shone down on the damp lawns and sidewalks, reflecting off the sparkling parked cars.… ... Read more
  • Beyond Lies the Wub - Short Story Beyond Lies the Wub 1950 - They had almost finished with the loading. Outside stood the Optus, his arms folded, his face sunk in gloom. Captain… ... Read more
  • Beyond the Door - Short Story Beyond the Door 1950 - Did you ever wonder at the lonely life the bird in a cuckoo clock has to lead—that it might possibly… ... Read more
  • Mr. Spaceship - Short Story Mr. Spaceship 1953 - Kramer leaned back. "You can see the situation. How can we deal with a factor like this? The perfect variable.""Perfect?… ... Read more
  • Of Withered Apples - Short Story Of Withered Apples 1950 - SOMETHING was tapping on the window. Blowing up against the pane, again and again. Carried by the wind. Tapping faintly,… ... Read more
  • Piper in the Woods - Short Story Piper in the Woods 1950 - "Well, Corporal Westerburg," Doctor Henry Harris said gently, "just why do you think you're a plant?" As he spoke, Harris… ... Read more
  • Second Variety - Short Story Second Variety 1950 - The Russian soldier made his way nervously up the ragged side of the hill, holding his gun ready. He glanced… ... Read more
  • The Crystal Crypt - Short Story The Crystal Crypt 1950 - "Attention, Inner-Flight ship! Attention! You are ordered to land at the Control Station on Deimos for inspection. Attention! You are… ... Read more
  • The Defenders - Short Story The Defenders 1950 - Taylor sat back in his chair reading the morning newspaper. The warm kitchen and the smell of coffee blended with… ... Read more
  • The Eyes Have It - Short Story The Eyes Have It 1953 - It was quite by accident I discovered this incredible invasion of Earth by lifeforms from another planet. As yet, I… ... Read more
  • The Golden Man - Short Story The Golden Man 1950 - "Is it always hot like this?" the salesman demanded. He addressed everybody at the lunch counter and in the shabby… ... Read more
  • The Gun - Short Story The Gun 1952 - Nothing moved or stirred. Everything was silent, dead. Only the gun showed signs of life ... and the trespassers had… ... Read more
  • The Hanging Stranger - Short Story The Hanging Stranger 1950 - At five o'clock Ed Loyce washed up, tossed on his hat and coat, got his car out and headed across… ... Read more
  • The Skull - Short Story The Skull 1950 - "What is this opportunity?" Conger asked. "Go on. I'm interested." The room was silent; all faces were fixed on Conger—still… ... Read more
  • The Variable Man - Short Story The Variable Man 1950 - Security Commissioner Reinhart rapidly climbed the front steps and entered the Council building. Council guards stepped quickly aside and he… ... Read more
  • Tony and the Beetles - Short Story Tony and the Beetles 1953 - Reddish-yellow sunlight filtered through the thick quartz windows into the sleep-compartment. Tony Rossi yawned, stirred a little, then opened his… ... Read more
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