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Published in 1973, Phillip K. Dickβs 'Valis' is a speculative work that questions the nature of reality and the role of faith in an uncertain world. The novel, reflective of Dick's recurrent themes, examines psychological experiences such as schizophrenia while exploring larger philosophical questions about consciousness and existence.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Science Fiction/Hard Science Fiction
Authors: Philip K. Dick
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