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"I took the Minnesota multiphasic profile test once, and I tested out as paranoid, cyclothymic, neurotic, and schizophrenic. But I also tested out as an incorrigible liar!"
- Philip K. Dick

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This novel is pretty wild, Alfie Bester really cuts loose here.

A naked model appeared on all fours and spoke while a giant Irish wolfhound mounted her. “The only organic food for your beloved pet is Tumor, the new, improved energizer that gives fast, fast relief from the sexual separation of species…”

“I thought this house was insulated,” Borgia complained.

The voice of the Syndicate came from below. “It is my fault. I could not close the door.”

Ed looked guilty and shot out of the room as the Greek entered, polished and assured as ever.

Technovelgy from The Computer Connection, by Alfred Bester.
Published by Berkeley Publishing in 1974
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Compare to the anti-holo bracelet from The Ophiuchi Hotline (1977) by John Varley.

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