Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?

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Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? is a seminal science fiction novel by Philip K. Dick, published in 1968. Set in a post-apocalyptic world following a devastating global war known as World War Terminus, the story unfolds in a futuristic San Francisco. The world is marked by severe environmental degradation and the extinction of many animal species, making real animals a luxury only the wealthy can afford. In this backdrop, advanced androids, nearly indistinguishable from humans, have been created to serve humanity. However, some of these androids, particularly the Nexus-6 model, develop their own desires and escape to Earth, seeking to live undetected among humans. The novel follows Rick Deckard, a bounty hunter tasked with "retiring" these rogue androids. As Deckard navigates his mission, he grapples with the moral implications of his work and questions the nature of humanity. The novel explores themes of empathy, identity, and what it means to be human in a world where technology blurs the lines between organic and artificial life. Through its characters and plot, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? delves into profound philosophical questions about existence and the human condition, making it a classic in the science fiction genre.