Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Ubik

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Terra - This is the futuristic Earth that the author creates.

Luna - This is the place where Runciter and the eleven inertials head to complete a contract, that ultimately kills them all.

Conapt - This is a place in which everything you do has to be paid for, including opening the door.

Des Moines - This is where the inertials head, minus Wendy and Al, to attend Runciter's funeral.

Baltimore - This is were Al and Joe head to see if Runciter money will be accepted.

The Prudence Organizations - This is...
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