Philip K. Dick

Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 - March 2, 1982) An American writer, whose published works mainly belong to the genre of science fiction. Dick explored philosophical, sociological and political themes in novels with plots dominated by monopolistic corporations, authoritarian governments, and altered states of consciousness. In his later works, Dick's thematic focus tended to reflect his personal interest in metaphysics and theology.At the time of his death, Dick's work was generally known to only science fiction readers, and many of his novels and short stories were out of print. To date, a total of 44 novels have been published and translations have appeared in 25 languages. Six volumes of selected correspondence, written by Dick from 1938 through 1982, were published between 1991 and 2009.At least nine films have been adapted from Dick's work, with Blade Runner (1982) widely considered a "masterpiece". In this edition: * The Crystal Crypt * Beyond the Door * The Gun * Beyond Lies the Wub * The Skull* The Defenders * Second Variety * The Variable Man* Mr. Spaceship* The Eyes Have It* Piper in the Woods* Adjustment Team* The Hanging Stranger* Tony and the Beetles* The Golden Man* Of Withered Apples* Shell Game* Exhibit Piece* Sales Pitch* Breakfast At Twilight