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A Scanner Darkly

byPhilip K. Dick

A brilliant sci-fi novel from one of the last century's most influential pop culture figuresSubstance D - otherwise known as Death - is the most dangerous drug ever to find its way on to the black market. It destroys the links between the brain's two hemispheres, leading first to disorentation and then to complete and irreversible brain damage. Bob Arctor, undercover narcotics agent, is trying to find a lead to the source of supply, but to pass as an addict he must become a user, and soon, without knowing what is happening to him, he is as dependent as any of the addicts he is monitoring.

Language

en

Published on

06/07/2012

Pages

224

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9781780220420

Who is this book for? Readers interested in psychological thrillers and science fiction exploring drug culture.

Topics Drug addictionUndercover investigationIdentity crisisSurveillanceMental healthBetrayalReality distortionLaw enforcementPsychological thrillerDeceptionDrug abuseIdentitySurvival
MoodDark, Suspenseful
ViolenceModerate

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