A Scanner Darkly [Trade Paperback] Philip K. Dick

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Dive into the mind-bending world of Philip K. Dick’s “A Scanner Darkly,” a seminal work of science fiction that explores themes of identity, addiction, and surveillance. Set in a dystopian future plagued by the lethal drug Substance D, the story follows Bob Arctor, an undercover agent who becomes entangled in a web of deception as he assumes the identity of a drug dealer to infiltrate the criminal underworld. As Arctor’s reality blurs, Dick’s narrative delves into the fractured psyche, questioning the nature of consciousness and self. This First Vintage Books Edition, published in December 1991, captures the essence of Dick’s visionary storytelling, making it a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of speculative fiction.