The Unlimited Dream Company
The Unlimited Dream Company
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Shepperton, England • 1970s
2013
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Unlimited Dream Company follows a person named Blake who arrives in the town of Shepperton after a plane crash. As Blake navigates the boundaries between reality and dreams, the town transforms into a magical realm where inhabitants experience surreal and fantastical events, challenging their perceptions of reality and self-discovery.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Unnerving
Dark
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Unlimited Dream Company by J.G. Ballard is a surreal and imaginative exploration of a transformed suburban landscape. Critics praise its vivid imagery and thought-provoking themes, though some find its narrative disorienting. The novel's ambitious scope and unique style offer a compelling yet challenging read for those interested in visionary storytelling.
Who Should Read The Unlimited Dream Company?
A reader who enjoys The Unlimited Dream Company by J.G. Ballard is likely drawn to surreal, dystopian narratives. Fans of works like Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut and One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez would appreciate its blend of magical realism and psychological depth.
2,132 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Shepperton, England • 1970s
2013
Adult
18+ years
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