Books like Short stories by Philip K. Dick

This anthology brings together 21 of Philip K. Dick’s most striking short works, illustrating the breadth of his imaginative vision from early career pieces to mature masterpieces. Readers encounter tales such as “The Days of Perky Pat,” in which people live through idealized doll‑controlled lives, and “Adjustment Team,” where a man accidentally steps out of his own era. The collection also features “Autofac,” a story about a community fighting against autonomous machines, and “I Hope I Shall Arrive Soon,” which follows a man whose reality may be a nightmare. Classic stories like “The Minority Report,” later adapted into a Steven Spielberg film, and “We Can Remember It for You Wholesale,” the basis for the movie *Total Recall*, are included, underscoring Dick’s lasting impact on both literature and film.

First publish date: 1997