Philip K. Dick's novel 'Ubik' is one of the most mysterious books of the 20th century. At the 'Phoenix' book club meeting, guests will discuss a story where time runs backward and reality crumbles before our eyes. Philip Dick is a writer whose ideas were ahead of their time. His novel 'Ubik' is rightly considered one of the most mysterious, multilayered, and influential works of the 20th century. The 'Phoenix' book club meeting is an intellectual adventure where everyone can take on the role of both detective and philosopher at the same time. Why does time run backward in the world of 'Ubik', and why does familiar reality fall apart at the seams? Where do the author's fantasies end and our own projections of fears and hopes begin? Together with Georgy Snegiryov - head of the literature department at RGBM and curator of the club - participants will analyze key scenes and symbols of the novel, discussing parallels with modern films like 'Inception', 'The Matrix', and episodes of 'Black Mirror'. At the meeting, everyone will have the opportunity to share their guesses and find friends with similar interests. Each participant is a full co-author of the discussion, helping to assemble a multilayered mosaic of meanings. Entertainment in Moscow is gathered on our website.