The Simulacra

English language

ISBN:
978-0-375-71926-4
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The Simulacra is a 1964 science fiction novel by American writer Philip K. Dick. The novel portrays a future totalitarian society apparently dominated by a matriarch, Nicole Thibodeaux. It revolves around the themes of reality and illusionary beliefs, as do many of Dick's works. Additionally, it touches on Nazi ideology.

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4 stars

To read and follow this novel you will need:
a) a large pile of post-it notes.
b) a 2B pencil (for use with said notes).
c) a quiet space.
d) a bit of time.

Dick spins a story set in our time (from his 1970 perspective) about totalitarian regimes, psychology, illusions, and time-travel. And he does it all without some major drug-plot, which is very pleasant.

To do this, he sets up a large cast of characters - some who will interconnect later in the story, and others that won't. Each of these characters is well fleshed out with their own motivations, and the way the plots string together is Superb. I don't think a single type is not explored here.

If you like your sci-fi thick, a bit philosophical and satirical, this does very well.