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The Demolished Man

By Alfred Bester
Series: S.F. Masterworks
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The Demolished Man by Alfred Bester is a gripping science fiction novel set in a future where telepathy is common among Earth's population. The story follows a wealthy businessman who plans a high-stakes murder to eliminate his rival, navigating a world where mind-readers constantly uncover secrets. The novel dives into themes of psychological manipulation, power, and the complexities of a society heavily reliant on telepathic abilities.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by a futuristic world where telepathy poses unique implications for crime and justice. Its gripping narrative combines elements of a classic detective story with an imaginative exploration of psychological and societal dynamics. Ideal for those who appreciate suspense and thoughtful commentary wrapped in a science fiction setting.

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The Demolished Man

In the year 2301, guns are only museum pieces and benign telepaths sweep the minds of the populace to detect crimes before they happen. In 2301 murder is virtually impossible, but one man is about to change that.

No.14 in the Millennium SF Masterworks series, a library of the finest science fiction ever written * The first-ever winner of the Hugo Award for best sf novel of the year. * 'Bester's two superb books have stood the test of time. For nearly fifty years they've held their place on everybody's list of the ten greatest sf novels' -- Robert Silverberg * 'Alfred Bester wrote with the pedal to the floor and the headlights on full beam. His work combined erudition with an unparalleled imaginative inventiveness. Bester was writing cyberpunk while William Gibson was still running around zapping the other kids at school with a toy raygun' -- James Lovegrove.

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In the year 2301, guns are only museum pieces and benign telepaths sweep the minds of the populace to detect crimes before they happen. In 2301 murder is virtually impossible, but one man is about to change that...

Ben Reich, a psychopathic business magnate, has devised the ultimate scheme to eliminate the competition and destroy the order of his society. The Demolished Man is a masterpiece of imaginative suspense, set in a superbly imagined world in which everything has changed except the ancient instinct for murder.

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The Demolished Man by Alfred Bester is often praised for its innovative storytelling and ground-breaking exploration of a future society where telepathy is common. Reviewers commend its intense, fast-paced plot and the intriguing exploration of psychological and ethical conflicts. Some note Bester's skill in character development and creating a futuristic atmosphere that still feels relatable. However, a few discuss that, while engaging, the book's pacing can occasionally be uneven.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781857988222

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 July 1999

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 256

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Alfred Bester Fiction General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction Series: S.F. Masterworks

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SALES POINTS* #14 in the Millennium SF Masterworks series, a library of the finest science fiction ever written * The first-ever winner of the Hugo Awardfor best sf novel of the year. * 'Bester's two superb books have stood the test of time. For nearly fifty years they've held their place on everybody's list of the ten greatest sf novels' -- Robert Silverberg * 'Alfred Bester wrote with the pedal to the floor and the headlights on full beam. His work combined erudition with an unparalleled imaginative inventiveness. Bester was writing cyberpunk while William Gibson was still running around zapping the other

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