VALIS (VALIS Trilogy, #1)
by Philip K. Dick
VALIS by Philip K. Dick holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 17.3K reader ratings. First published in 1981. The book spans 242 pages.
About VALIS
VALIS is the first book in Philip K. Dick's incomparable final trio of novels (the others being The Divine Invasion and The Transmigration of Timothy Archer). This disorienting and bleakly funny work is about a schizophrenic hero named Horselover Fat; the hidden mysteries of Gnostic Christianity; and reality as revealed through a pink laser. VALIS is a theological detective story, in which God is both a missing person and the perpetrator of the ultimate crime.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Philip K. Dick |
| Published | 1981 |
| Pages | 242 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fiction, Philosophy, Religion & Spirituality, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.94 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,305 |
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What genre is VALIS?
VALIS is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Philosophy, Religion & Spirituality. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is VALIS worth reading?
Based on 17.3K reader ratings, VALIS has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is VALIS?
VALIS has 242 pages.
Who wrote VALIS?
VALIS was written by Philip K. Dick. It was first published in 1981.
What is the ISBN for VALIS?
The ISBN-13 for VALIS is 9780679734470.0.
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