Who wrote in an earlier time-period, Paul Auster or Philip K. Dick?
Paul Auster:  His notable works include "The New York Trilogy" (1987), "Moon Palace" (1989), "The Music of Chance" (1990), "The Book of Illusions" (2002), and "The Brooklyn Follies" (2005). Philip K. Dick: Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 – March 2, 1982) was an American writer notable for publishing works of science fiction.
Philip Kindred Dick