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The Demolished Man

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Science Fiction Fiction Classics Mystery & Thriller Mystery & Thriller

by Alfred Bester

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3.99 (20.7K ratings)
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description 250 pages

The Demolished Man by Alfred Bester holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 20.7K reader ratings. First published in 1953. The book spans 250 pages.

About The Demolished Man

In a world in which the police have telepathic powers, how do you get away with murder?

Ben Reichs heads a huge 24th century business empire, spanning the solar system. He is also an obsessed, driven man determined to murder a rival. To avoid capture, in a society where murderers can be detected even before they commit their crime, is the greatest challenge of his life.

Detail Value
Author Alfred Bester
Published 1953
Pages 250
Genres Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 3.99 / 5.00
Total Ratings 20,685

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.0
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20.7K ratings
With a rating of 3.99, The Demolished Man is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.01, it performs on par.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Demolished Man?

The Demolished Man is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Demolished Man worth reading?

Based on 20.7K reader ratings, The Demolished Man has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Demolished Man?

The Demolished Man has 250 pages.

Who wrote The Demolished Man?

The Demolished Man was written by Alfred Bester. It was first published in 1953.

What is the ISBN for The Demolished Man?

The ISBN-13 for The Demolished Man is 9781857988220.0.

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