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"Dick skillfully explores the psychological ramifications of this nightmare." - The New York Times Review of Books
Flow My Tears, the Policeman Said grapples with many of the themes Philip K. Dick is best known for—identity, altered reality, drug use, and dystopia—in a rollicking chase story that earned the novel the John W. Campbell Award and nominations for the Hugo and Nebula.
Jason Taverner—world-famous talk show host and man-about-town—wakes up one day to find that no one knows who he is—including the vast databases of the totalitarian government. And in a society where lack of identification is a crime, Taverner has no choice but to go on the run with a host of shady characters, including crooked cops and dealers of alien drugs. But do they know more than they are letting on? And just how can a person's identity be erased overnight?
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"La trama di questo splendido libro è solo un pretesto per permettere a Dick di affrontare i temi più disparati, portando il lettore ad affrontare tematiche legate all'amore, al dolore, alla percezione del reale... insomma fantascienza e non solo sapientemente unite in un'ottimo libro. "
— Giampaolo (4 out of 5 stars)
Flow My Tears, the Policeman Said Listener Reviews
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" The man was a wild writer. "
— Randy, 2/20/2014 -
" Not my favorite Philip K. Dick novel, but still, of course, an awesome novel. I really like the idea of the horribly rich and famous suddenly waking up to find they are no one. "
— Aaron, 2/16/2014 -
" A classic K. Dick story, where reality isn't what we're used to. A good read for his fans, but there are other better novels that define Philip K. Dick that you should read first. "
— Radu, 2/11/2014 -
" This is one of his better books. It's almost hard to remember the plot because it weaves around. You have to read it. "
— Frank, 2/6/2014 -
" A very great story that kind of falls apart at the end. PKD at his most earnest, right up there with A Scanner Darkly. "
— Xiphias, 2/4/2014 -
" It was good, but not particularly amazing when compared to Dick's other books. No idea why it won so many Sci-fi awards. "
— Barrett, 1/29/2014 -
" Dick's writing is incredibly fluid and easy to read. I read most of the book in one sitting (unusual for me) and then it took me some effort to truck through beyond the "ah ha" moment which I wont expound on to not disclose too much. Overall, it was an entertaining read. "
— Annie, 1/22/2014 -
" I think this was strongly influenced by Flann O'Brien's The Third Policeman. It's not quite as amazing as O'brien's book, but it's very weird and funny and good. "
— Max, 1/8/2014 -
" It starts off a little slow, but then the second half really picks up speed and leaves you to coast through the finish line at a decent clip. "Grief is the final outcome of love, because it's love lost." "
— Suzy, 1/3/2014 -
" Not as enjoyable as some; well-written--it's ok. "
— Chollie, 12/2/2013 -
" . . .i know the feeling. . . "
— Randy, 9/27/2013 -
" Dick's novels are short, but potent. This one is easily read in a day or two, but it's a powerful mindfuck that'll you'll be thinking about for weeks after. "
— Noah, 9/22/2013 -
" one of my favorite dick books. yes that was a dick joke. "
— Jamison, 8/31/2013 -
" This is among my favorite of the PKD books. "
— Ryan, 8/8/2013 -
" The way PKD experiments with the themes of identity, reality, and fame are beyond brilliant and frankly poor writing is just a small annoyance in this experimental fiction. Loved this book! "
— Sherry, 3/29/2013 -
" Probably my favorite PKD. "
— Ben, 11/19/2012 -
" One of the most instantly accessible PKD books. It deals with the nature of fame and the perception of reality as it changes and warps in front of you. There's nothing like it. "
— Neil, 4/16/2012 -
" Not one of his best, but certainly worth a read. "
— Nicolai, 3/4/2012 -
" Almost as good as "Electric Sheep", this has all the makings of another great Philip K. Dick movie adaptation! "
— Rob, 12/24/2011 -
" I love this book, in all its flawed glory. It's a simple, fast read, and goes more into the isolation & despair that is the heart of a PKD book. It is the unsung hero - the one book that won't be made into a movie. "
— Seth, 12/20/2011 -
" Started strong, but fizzled at the end. "
— Rita, 12/13/2011 -
" Absolutely one of PKD's best novels. "
— Denis, 12/2/2011 -
" That was a very strange book. Very good writing, and a really interesting story, but I was pretty confused throughout. "
— Will, 10/14/2011 -
" probably not the best philip k. dick book i've read. some clever concepts as usual but this one felt like he wasn't quite sure how to resolve the central mystery. "
— Brian, 5/5/2011 -
" kinda feel apart at the end. "
— Richard, 5/1/2011 -
" Dystopian future, unsolvable mysteries, hallucinogenic drugs, pretty much what I expect out of Phillip K. Dick. This guy seriously reminds me why I love reading so much. I'm just glad that I still have so many of his novels left to read. "
— Dr., 3/5/2011 -
" Pretty good read. I was confused, and the big plot twist doesn't really make any sense... but science fiction doesn't have to make sense! "
— James, 3/2/2011 -
" Dick's writing is incredibly fluid and easy to read. I read most of the book in one sitting (unusual for me) and then it took me some effort to truck through beyond the "ah ha" moment which I wont expound on to not disclose too much. Overall, it was an entertaining read. "
— Annie, 3/1/2011 -
" As with any Philip K. Dick story, be prepared for confusion, drugs, and interesting characters. Though the book has a somewhat anti-climactic ending, the excellent character development more than makes up for the expected loose ends. "
— Sarah, 2/25/2011 -
" Not my favorite Philip K. Dick novel, but still, of course, an awesome novel. I really like the idea of the horribly rich and famous suddenly waking up to find they are no one. "
— Aaron, 2/8/2011 -
" Had a twist I didn't see coming. Cool concept and fun to read. I really liked the ending. "
— Matthew, 1/19/2011 -
" Not as enjoyable as some; well-written--it's ok. "
— Chollie, 1/15/2011
About Philip K. Dick
Philip K. Dick (1928–1982) published thirty-six science fiction novels and 121 short stories in which he explored the essence of what makes man human and the dangers of centralized power. Toward the end of his life, his work turned toward deeply personal, metaphysical questions concerning the nature of God. Eleven novels and short stories have been adapted to film, notably Blade Runner (based on Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?), Total Recall, Minority Report, and A Scanner Darkly. The recipient of critical acclaim and numerous awards throughout his career, Dick was inducted into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame in 2005, and in 2007 the Library of America published a selection of his novels in three volumes. His work has been translated into more than twenty-five languages.
About Jefferson Mays
Jefferson Mays, an Earphones Awards-winning narrator, is also an award-winning theater and film actor. In 2004 he won a Tony Award, a Drama Desk Award, an Obie Award, and a Theatre World Award for his solo Broadway performance in I Am My Own Wife, a Pulitzer Prize–winning play by Doug Wright. He holds a BA from Yale College and an MFA from University of California–San Diego.