VALIS by Philip K. Dick
The novel follows a mentally unstable man who begins to experience visions after being hit by a mysterious pink light. Convinced the light is a divine entity named VALIS, he and his friends embark on a quest to understand and communicate with it. As they delve into philosophy, religion, and science, the boundaries between reality and delusion begin to blur, leaving both the characters and the reader questioning the nature of existence.
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- Published
- 1981
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 240
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.6)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 99th on The 100 Greatest Novels (greatbooksguide.com)
- 122nd on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- 445th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)
- 4364th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- "Our Readable Century", The Best Books of the 20th Century -- Honorable Mention ( January Magazine)