"The Simulacra" is a science fiction novel by the American writer Philip K. Dick, translated into Ukrainian as "Simulacra". The book tells about a post-apocalyptic world where society is under the control of large corporations and state structures that manipulate the masses with the help of ideological simulations. In this speculative world, where reality and virtuality constantly intertwine, the novel's protagonists encounter power, bureaucracy, and technological advances that question their identity and freedom of choice. The author expresses complex ideas about the nature of reality, identity and power, thanks to which the book leaves a mark in the heart of the reader, inviting him to think deeply about the future of society and human nature. "The Simulacra" is a remarkable work in the genre of philosophical science fiction, which fascinates with its complex plot line and deep meaning, revealing to the reader not only a fictional world, but also a reflection of our reality.