The Simulacra
From The Black Vault Encyclopedia Project
The Simulacra is a 1964 science fiction novel by Philip K. Dick. The novel portrays a future totalitarian society dominated by a matriarch, Nicole. It revolves around the themes of reality and illusitory beliefs, as do many of Dick's works. Additionally, it touches on Nazi ideology.
Plot
Storyline
Set in the middle of the twenty-first century, The Simulacra is the story of an America where the whole government is a fraud and the President is an android. Against this backdrop Dr. Egon Superb, the sole remaining psychotherapist, is struggling to practice in a world full of the maladjusted. Ian Duncan is desperately in love with the first lady, Nicole Thibideaux, who he has never met. Richard Kongrosian refuses to see anyone because he is convinced his body odor is lethal. And the fascistic Bertold Goltz is trying to overthrow the government. With wonderful aplomb, Philip K. Dick brings this story to a crashing conclusion and in classic fashion shows there is always another layer of conspiracy beneath the one we see.
Copyright
"Original data received from Wikipedia on April 10, 2006. Credit given to original authors can be seen Here."
