Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? - Phillip K. Dick

ISBN: 9780345404473

Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? is a dystopian science fiction novel written by Philip K. Dick and published in 1968. Set in a post-apocalyptic San Francisco, the story unfolds in a world devastated by nuclear war, where Earth's ecosystem has been severely damaged. The narrative follows Rick Deckard, a bounty hunter tasked with "retiring" rogue androids who have integrated into human society. The novel explores profound themes of empathy, identity, and what it means to be human in a technologically advanced but morally ambiguous future. Dick's work delves into the ethical implications of artificial intelligence and the blurred lines between authentic and synthetic emotions. The book is renowned for its philosophical depth and its influence on the science fiction genre, serving as the inspiration for the iconic film Blade Runner and its sequel, Blade Runner 2049.

ISBN: 0345404475

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