Philip K. Dick

Philip K. Dick was an American science fiction writer whose imaginative storytelling has left an indelible mark on the genre. Born on December 16, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, Dick's early life was shaped by a profound fascination with the nature of reality, identity, and consciousness. Over his prolific career, he penned numerous novels and short stories, many of which explore dystopian themes, alternate realities, and the complexities of the human experience. His works, including classics like "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" and "The Man in the High Castle," challenge readers to question the very fabric of their existence.

Despite facing personal struggles and a tumultuous life, Dick's unique voice and innovative ideas have inspired countless readers and filmmakers alike. His stories often blur the lines between reality and illusion, inviting us to ponder what it truly means to be human. If you're curious about the depths of his imagination, we invite you to explore Philip K. Dick's captivating collection in our app. There’s a world of thought-provoking narratives awaiting you!

Mr. Spaceship

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.1
The war with the Yucks from Proxima Centauri was claimed to be a stalemate but they were really winning. The mine belts they laid seemed to…

The Defenders

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.2
The terrible destruction of total nuclear war between the Western and Eastern Blocks has succeeded in sterilizing the surface of the earth. …

The Variable Man

Read by Gregg Margarite (1957-2012) 4.5
Predictability has come a long way. The computers of the future can tell you if you’re going to win a war before you fire a shot. Unfortunat…

Second Variety

Read by Gregg Margarite (1957-2012) 4.5
Early victories by the USSR in a global nuclear war cause the United Nations government to retreat to the moon leaving behind troops and fie…

Crystal Crypt, the & Beyond the Door

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.2
Two early science fiction stories by the wonderful craftsman, Philip K. Dick. In the Crystal Crypt, taken from the 1954 Planet Stories, the …

Beyond Lies the Wub & The Skull

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.4
Two stories in the inimitable Philip Dick style. What is a Wub? A 400 pound slovenly, fat, ungainly, drooling animal that looks like a cross…

The Eyes Have It & Tony and the Beetles

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.3
Aliens have invaded the earth! Horrible one celled creatures disguised as normal human beings ! Well, at least that is what it seems to the …

Second Variety (Version 2)

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.5
First published in Space Science Fiction May 1953. "The claws were bad enough in the first place—nasty, crawling little death-robots. B…

Short Science Fiction Collection 047

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.4
This is a collection of science fiction short stories.

The Variable Man (Version 2)

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.6
Philip K. Dick wrote some great Science Fiction and here is an example. Published in 1953, in Space Science Fiction, t his story explores a…