"Who he?" by Alfred Bester
"Who He?" by Alfred Bester is a novel written in the mid-20th century. It delves into the chaotic world of television production, focusing on the lives of its characters amidst the tumultuous backdrop of New York City, where the line between reality and illusion becomes blurred. The narrative centers around Jake Lennox, a troubled script-writer who juggles the pressures of his career and personal demons while navigating the complex relationships with thosein his sphere. The opening of "Who He?" introduces readers to Jake Lennox as he grapples with existential dread, revealing his cynical yet naive perception of the entertainment industry. Describing his life as a continuous tightrope walk, Lennox provides insight into the intriguing and unstable relationships he shares with his colleagues on a struggling television show, "Who He?". The narrative captures a vivid portrayal of life on Manhattan Island—referred to as The Rock—where ambition and vulnerability intertwine, leading to a dramatic event during a live performance that sets the stage for a deeper exploration of character identities and hidden fears. As the story unfolds, it becomes evident that Lennox's journey reflects both personal and professional turmoil, with a mysterious incident looming in the shadows of his chaotic world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bester, Alfred, 1913-1987 |
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| LoC No. | 53009322 |
| Title | "Who he?" |
| Original Publication | New York: The Dial Press, 1953. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Originally published under the title: The rat race. |
| Note | Wikipedia page on this work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Who_He%3F |
| Credits | Adam Buchbinder, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Television game show hosts -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75234 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 191 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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