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Philip K. Dick's Electric Dreams (Volume 1) (2nd Hand Paperback)
ISBN / GTIN-13 : 9781473223288
Synopsis
A diverse anthology of Philip K Dick's short stories. 10 stories.
Based on the stories contained in this volume, the ten-part anthology series, Philip K. Dick's Electric Dreams appeared recently on Channel 4.
Each episode was be a sharp, thrilling standalone drama adapted and contemporised for global audiences by a creative team of British and American writers.
. . . A man at a train station first requests a destination which does not exist - then winks out of existence in a moment. The captain of an interstellar travel ship is hired to take a passenger to Earth - that legendary planet which never existed. A cynical father refuses to purchase a bomb shelter for his family - though his son is terrified of perishing in an upcoming war. The wife of a man recently returned from a different planet is convinced his mind has been taken over by some other being - but finds this new husband much preferable to the old one . . .
The series illustrated Philip K. Dick's prophetic vision and celebrated the enduring appeal of the prized Sci-Fi novelist's work. Guest stars included Janelle Morae, Anna Paquin, Timothy Spall and Benedict Wong.
Strange, funny, and powerful, the stories in this collection highlight a master at work, drawing on his boundless imagination and deep understanding of the human condition.
Details
- Format : Standard 2nd Hand Paperback.
- Condition : Very Good (Almost As New)
- Category : Fiction - Science Fiction
- Published : This Edition 2017 - Gollancz
- ISBN : 9781473223288
- SKU : B001888
- PPC : LL300gm
- RRP : £8.99
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
External Reviews
"I really enjoyed this short story collection of some of PK Dick's finest and weirdest or short stories. Of course, as we all know, he was a genius and predicted the anxiety and reality confusion of the modern world like no one else."
"Before each tale is a piece by the screenwriter for each episode, where they explain why there are some differences, and what has drawn them to adapt the story. Reading Philip Kindred Dick is always a pleasure for a lot of us, and those new to his works will soon find out why." - Goodreads Reviews.
The Author
Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 - March 2, 1982) was an American writer known for his work in science fiction. He wrote 44 published novels and approximately 121 short stories, most of which appeared in science fiction magazines during his lifetime.
Featured Author . . . Philip K. Dick
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