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Science Fiction· United States

A Scanner Darkly

by Philip K. Dick
Aggregate Editorial Score39/100
TIME 100 Best Novels
Published 1977278 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 1977, A Scanner Darkly established Philip K. Dick as one of the defining voices in science fiction. Bob Arctor is both a drug user and the undercover agent assigned to surveil himself in Dick's semi-autobiographical novel about addiction, identity, and surveillance. The most personal of Dick's novels, dedicated to the friends he lost to drugs. Themes of addiction, surveillance, identity run through the work. The book has received recognition from TIME 100 Best Novels 1977.

Book Details

AuthorPhilip K. Dick
Published1977
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages278
Category🚀 Science Fiction
ISBN9780679736653
Editorial Score39/100
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Awards & Recognition

TIME 100 Best Novels
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197713
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Scanner Darkly about?

Bob Arctor is both a drug user and the undercover agent assigned to surveil himself in Dick's semi-autobiographical novel about addiction, identity, and surveillance. The most personal of Dick's novels, dedicated to the friends he lost to drugs.

Who wrote A Scanner Darkly?

A Scanner Darkly was written by Philip K. Dick, from United States. First published in 1977.

What awards has A Scanner Darkly won?

A Scanner Darkly has received the following awards and honours: TIME 100 Best Novels 1977.

Is A Scanner Darkly worth reading?

A Scanner Darkly is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 13/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in addiction, surveillance, identity.

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What category is A Scanner Darkly?

A Scanner Darkly is classified as Science Fiction. Speculative fiction exploring technology, space, the future, and society.

What country is A Scanner Darkly from?

A Scanner Darkly originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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