Philip K. Dick
Philip K. Dick (1928-1982) was an American author of science fiction. Themes covered in his novels included monopolistic corporations, authoritarian governments, altered states, metaphysics and theology. His work would be used as the basis for several major films, including Blade Runner, Total Recall, Minority Report, Screams, The Adjustment Bureau and more. In 2007, he was the first sci-fi author to be included in The Library of America series.