The Variable Man by Philip K. Dick, Science Fiction, Literary, Fantasy

The plot revolves around the ongoing conflict between the expanding Terran system and the oppressive Centaurian Empire, which restricts humanity's growth. As Terra fights against Proxima Centauri, the narrative explores themes of freedom and resistance, highlighting the struggle to break free from the Centaurian's control. The story delves into the complexities of war and the aspirations of a civilization seeking to assert its independence and expand its horizons.