The Philip K. Dick: SF Boxed Set is a collection of the renowned science fiction author's most influential works, including classics such as 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?' and 'The Man in the High Castle.' Dick's unique literary style combines elements of speculative fiction with thought-provoking themes of identity, technology, and the nature of reality. His dystopian visions and philosophical explorations have made him a key figure in the science fiction genre, influencing countless writers and filmmakers. This boxed set serves as a comprehensive introduction to Dick's groundbreaking body of work, showcasing his visionary storytelling and thought-provoking narrative.

Includes the stories that inspired the movies Total Recall, Screamers, Minority Report, Paycheck, and Next "More than anyone else in the field, Mr. Dick really puts you inside people's minds." --The Wall Street Journal The Philip K. Dick Reader Many thousands of readers consider Philip K. Dick the greatest science fiction mind on any planet. Since his untimely death in 1982, interest in Dick's works has continued to mount, and his reputation has been further enhanced by a growing body of critical attention. The Philip K. Dick Award is now given annually to a distinguished work of science fiction, and the Philip K. Dick Society is devoted to the study and promulgation of his works. Dick won the prestigious Hugo Award for the best novel of 1963 for The Man in the High Castle. In the last year of his life, the film Blade Runner was made from his novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? This collection includes some of Dick's earliest short and medium-length fiction, including We Can Remember It for You Wholesale (the story that inspired the motion picture Total Recall), Second Variety (which inspired the motion picture Screamers), Paycheck, The Minority Report, and twenty more.

Philip K. Dick was one of the most popular science fiction novelists of the 20th century, but the contradictory and wily writer has troubled critics who attempt encompassing explanations of his work. This book examines Dick's writing through the lens of ontological uncertainty, providing a comparative map of his oeuvre, tracing both the interior connections between books and his allusive intertextuality. Topics covered include time travel, alternate worlds, androids and simulacra, finite subjective realities and schizophrenia. Twenty novels are explored in detail, including titles that have received scant critical attention. Some of his most important short stories and two of his realist novels are also examined, providing a general introduction to Dick's body of work.

The highly prolific and influential science fiction author Philip K. Dick published 44 novels and more than 120 brief works during his lifetime. This anthology presents his finest short stories and novellas that originally appeared in pulp magazines of the early 1950s. Contents include "The Variable Man," "Second Variety," "Beyond the Door," "The Defenders," and more.

Ray Bradbury's 'Sci-Fi Boxed Set' is a collection of his most iconic science fiction works, including 'Fahrenheit 451', 'The Martian Chronicles', and 'Something Wicked This Way Comes'. Known for his vivid imagination and unique storytelling, Bradbury's prose is characterized by its poetic quality and profound insights into the human condition. His ability to blend science fiction with social commentary has solidified his place as one of the most influential writers in the genre. The 'Sci-Fi Boxed Set' offers readers a glimpse into Bradbury's visionary world-building and thought-provoking narratives. With themes ranging from censorship and technology to the mysteries of the universe, this collection showcases the breadth of Bradbury's literary prowess. Readers will be captivated by the timeless relevance of his stories and the enduring impact of his words. Ray Bradbury's 'Sci-Fi Boxed Set' is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of science fiction and societal issues, as it provides a masterclass in speculative fiction that continues to inspire readers and writers alike.

What if you could see into the future? Award-winning author Philip K. Dick examines precognition in this influential novel.

Altered reality, genetic enhancement and drugs combine to create one of the most popular and enduring science fiction novels from award-winning novelist Philip K. Dick.