{"product_id":"book-u2x1","title":"The Broken Axiom","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Broken Axiom by Alfred Bester - \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Laws of Physics State That Two Bodies Cannot Occupy the Same Space at the Same Time-but Dr. Halday Finds a Loophole!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlfred Bester was an American science fiction author, editor, and scriptwriter whose bold imagination and innovative prose reshaped the genre. A native New Yorker, Bester studied psychology and philosophy before turning to writing in the late 1930s, contributing stories to pulps like \u003cem\u003eThrilling Wonder Stories\u003c\/em\u003e. During the 1940s he worked extensively in comics, scripting for DC titles such as \u003cem\u003eSuperman\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eGreen Lantern\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eBatman\u003c\/em\u003e, where he co-created enduring concepts including the Green Lantern Oath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBester's true breakthrough came in the 1950s with two landmark novels: \u003cem\u003eThe Demolished Man\u003c\/em\u003e (1953), the first Hugo Award winner for Best Novel, a dazzling blend of crime fiction and telepathy; and \u003cem\u003eThe Stars My Destination\u003c\/em\u003e (1956), a revenge-driven space opera often hailed as one of science fiction's greatest works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond novels, Bester's short stories are regarded as classics for their experimental flair. He also worked in radio, television, and magazine editing, spending time as features editor for \u003cem\u003eHoliday\u003c\/em\u003e magazine. Though his later novels received mixed reception, Bester's mid-century works remain milestones of modern science fiction. Celebrated for his wit, linguistic play, and relentless energy, Alfred Bester is remembered as one of the field's most original and enduring voices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"INAudio","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":50162123669808,"sku":"BDu2x1","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/u2x1-cover.jpg?v=1767638630","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-u2x1","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}