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Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?

eng. Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? · 1968
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Historical Context and Significance

Philip K. Dick's novel «Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?», published in 1968, has had a significant impact on science fiction and pop culture. The book explores themes of humanity, artificial intelligence, and the moral dilemmas associated with creating and destroying androids. It inspired the iconic film «Blade Runner» (1982), which expanded and deepened its influence on popular culture. The novel also contributed to the development of the cyberpunk genre and raised important philosophical questions about the nature of consciousness and the ethics of technology, which remain relevant today.

Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
Date of publication: 20 June 2024
Last updated: 2 May 2025
———Original titleeng. Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? · 1968