Piper in the Woods: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Piper in the Woods is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dick, Philip K. (1928–1982).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Piper in the Woods" by Philip K. Dick is a science fiction short story first published in 1953. When soldiers return from asteroid Y-3 claiming to be plants, army doctor Henry Harris investigates the mysterious phenomenon. The men attribute their transformation to indigenous beings called "Pipers" living in the woods. Harris travels to the asteroid to uncover the truth behind these bizarre claims, leading to a discovery that challenges his understanding of escape, reality, and the human mind's response to overwhelming pressure.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Piper in the Woods
- Author credits: Dick, Philip K. (1928–1982)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Human-alien encounters -- Fiction
- Psychological fiction
- Science fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Category: Short Stories
- Science Fiction
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