Philip K. Dick

Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 – March 2, 1982) was an American novelist, short story writer and essayist whose published work is almost entirely in the science fiction genre. Dick explored sociological, political and metaphysical themes in novels dominated by monopolistic corporations, authoritarian governments and altered states. In his later works Dick's thematic focus strongly reflected his personal interest in metaphysics and theolog... More

Date of birth:

  • Dec 16, 1928

Date of death:

  • Mar 2, 1982 (age 53 years)

Also known as:

  • Philip Kindred Dick,
  • Philip K. (Philip Kindred) Dick,
  • Richard Phillips,
  • Jack Dowland,
  • Phillip K. Dick,
  • Philip Dick
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Awards

Prometheus Award for Best Novel Nominees

Tähtivaeltaja Award Winners

Hall of fame inductions:

Date Hall of fame
  • 2005
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