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“The wisest people are the clowns, like Harpo Marx, who would not speak. If I could have anything I want I would like God to listen to what Harpo was not saying, and understand why Harpo would not talk.”

Quote by Philip K. Dick

Book:Vintage PKD

Work

Vintage PKD is a compilation that brings together a curated selection of short stories and novellas written by the influential science fiction author Philip K. Dick. This collection showcases his imaginative and thought-provoking narratives, which often explore themes of reality, identity, and the nature of consciousness. more

Author

Philip K. Dick was an American science fiction novelist known for his unique philosophical thinking and profound futuristic imagination. His works often explore the boundaries between individuals and society, reality and illusion, and have had a profound impact on science fiction literature. more

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Book:The Shifting Realities of Philip K. Dick: Selected Literary and Philosophical Writings

Source: The Shifting Realities of Philip K. Dick: Selected Literary and Philosophical Writings

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Book:Vintage PKD

Source: Vintage PKD

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