Philip K. Dick: Revised and Updated

By Andrew M. Butler

Who was Philip K. Dick? A freaked-out junkie who took too many drugs? An explorer of madness who got too close to his subject? A practical joker? The most consitently brilliant SF writer in the world? At a time when most SF was about cowboys in outer space, Dick explored the landscapes of the mind.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1904048927
• ISBN13: 9781904048923
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Pocket Essentials
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.1" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

A great companion for PKD

This is a great companion for PKD fans. It is fun to read especially if you have already read his books beforehand. The best way possible to enjoy good memories and how they tie in with other PKD novels, especially the ones you haven't read. Will make you want to pick up a PKD book and read it. I didn't agree with all the reviews, but how often does anyone agree on anything?

Useful, quick, clear

I am what could be defined as a PKD scholar, and I think this small book is very useful as a reference. While writing my articles and essays I often use it. And I recommend it to those who have just read 1-2 novels by Phil Dick and wish to know more, and would like some advice about what should be read next by the same author. Andy's reviews are fair and the plot summaries won't spoil your reading. And there is a wealth of useful info to boot. Very high price/quality ration, in my humble opinion. Recommended.

A Quick Look Into Eldritch

An excellent introduction to the complex world of Philip K. Dick, filled with insight and synopsis galore, it gives a quick and in-depth look into each of the works of this Chicago born genius. Mr.Butler has given us the perfect introductory book to Philip K. Dick, with a quick to the point review of a truely facinating career. It points the way to further reading. The book is clear evidence that Philip K. is one of the most important authors in American SF. This book is a must have for any reader of Dick, novice or expert.