
The Father-Thing
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Science Fiction
Action & Adventure
Horror
Formato
Brochura
Páginas
400
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
Jan 1, 1999
Editora
Gollancz
Edição
New Ed
ISBN-10
1857988817
ISBN-13
9781857988819
Descrição
In a world where the boundaries of reality blur, a young boy grapples with a chilling transformation that threatens to upend his understanding of family and identity. When he discovers that his father has undergone a shocking change, what initially appears to be an absurdity soon unveils layers of fear and paranoia. The boy’s innocence is tested as he navigates a landscape where trust becomes a rare commodity and the essence of familial bonds is questioned.
The narrative weaves a sense of unease, drawing readers into a surreal tapestry where the familiar morphs into the grotesque. Dick explores themes of alienation and the nature of consciousness, inviting readers to ponder what it means to be human. The boy’s desperate quest for the truth propels the story forward, laying bare the complexities of love and betrayal in a rapidly disintegrating reality.
Through vivid imagery and thought-provoking ideas, the author captures a poignant sense of loss, both of self and of cherished relationships. The interplay between the mundane and the extraordinary emphasizes a world that feels both familiar and unsettlingly alien. As the boy confronts the unthinkable, he reflects the universal struggle to hold on to one’s identity in a chaotic universe, making the tale both a haunting and profound exploration of the human experience.
The narrative weaves a sense of unease, drawing readers into a surreal tapestry where the familiar morphs into the grotesque. Dick explores themes of alienation and the nature of consciousness, inviting readers to ponder what it means to be human. The boy’s desperate quest for the truth propels the story forward, laying bare the complexities of love and betrayal in a rapidly disintegrating reality.
Through vivid imagery and thought-provoking ideas, the author captures a poignant sense of loss, both of self and of cherished relationships. The interplay between the mundane and the extraordinary emphasizes a world that feels both familiar and unsettlingly alien. As the boy confronts the unthinkable, he reflects the universal struggle to hold on to one’s identity in a chaotic universe, making the tale both a haunting and profound exploration of the human experience.
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