The Demolished Man by Alfred Bester
In a future society where telepaths, known as Espers, are integrated into all levels of society, a powerful businessman plots the perfect murder, believing he can outwit the telepathic police. His cat-and-mouse game with a determined Esper detective unfolds in a world where mental privacy is nearly extinct, and the concept of crime has taken on new meaning. The businessman's struggle against the pervasive telepathic surveillance and his own conscience leads to a suspenseful and philosophical exploration of free will, guilt, and the possibility of redemption.
The 6287th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1953
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 250-300
- Words
- 70,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 89th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- Hugo Award for Best Novel (Hugo Awards)
- Science Fiction: The 100 Best Novels (David Pringle)