The Unseen Blushers & The Push Of A Finger
By Alfred Bester
Length2h 8m
About this audiobook
Discover the remarkable anthology "The Unseen Blushers & The Push Of A Finger" by Alfred Bester, a collection that masterfully blends science fiction with thought-provoking narratives. In "The Unseen Blushers," Bester takes readers into the colorful world of pulp fiction writers who gather in a dimly lit restaurant, spinning tales for a cent a word while dreaming of literary fame. With the arrival of a mysterious newcomer and his peculiar gadget, the story delves into time travel and the quest for genius, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. This captivating tale captures the essence of the pulp era, offering insights into artistic ambition and the timeless allure of storytelling. In "The Push Of A Finger," Bester presents a gripping narrative where journalist John Carmichael becomes entangled in a web of secrecy and control within a future society that values stability above all. As Carmichael uncovers the hidden world of prognostication in Manhattan City, he faces the chilling implications of forecasting and media influence. This story resonates with themes of information power and societal balance, exploring the complex relationship between transparency and security. With its rich characters and compelling themes, this anthology invites readers to reflect on the nature of creativity and the impact of information in shaping our world. A must-read for fans of science fiction and those fascinated by literary history, "The Unseen Blushers & The Push Of A Finger" offers a unique glimpse into the imaginative worlds crafted by one of the genre's most celebrated authors.
Audiobook details
GenreScience Fiction, General Fiction
Length2 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 28, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE UNSEEN BLUSHERS
2THE PUSH OF A FINGER
Sons of War 4: SoldiersNicholas Sansbury Smith, Tom Abrahams12h 54m$25
Hell to PayMichael Anderle7h 50m$20
A Civil CampaignLois McMaster Bujold18h 49m$32
Warrior’s FateWalt Browning10h 37m$20
The Collected Works of Philip K. DickPhilip K. Dick28h 29m$2 · $0.00
The RisenErica Stevens10h 17m$20
100 Years to ExtinctionPeter Solomon14h 48m$27
Scars of RebellionAnthony J. Melchiorri12h 56m$25
The Galaxy, and the Ground WithinBecky Chambers9h 56m$29 · $0.00
AvengerBlair Howard9h 54m$23
Core’s AttackS.E. Smith5h 57m$17
The Extinction New Zealand Series Box SetAdrian J. Smith23h 7m$30
The Quantum ChainNick Jones12h 59m$23
Thud!Terry Pratchett12h 29m$8 · $0.00
We’re AliveKc Wayland5h 10m$15
Science Fiction & Fantasy CollectionH. P. Lovecraft16h 35m$2 · $0.00
The Classic Collection of Jules VerneJules Verne32h 22m$12 · $0.00
Zephyrus One, Episode 2 - Close to HomeDave Huston23m5 (21)Free
GhostdriftSuzanne Palmer13h 38m$27
Before the Coffee Gets Cold: A Toshikazu Kawaguchi Book SetToshikazu Kawaguchi18h 55m$40 · $0.00
Beyond Temptation & Risky PleasuresBrenda Jackson10h 53m$24 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Showdown in the Big EasyCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr7h 37m$23
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
My Favorite Husband, Vol. 1Hollywood 360, CBS Radio5h 40m$14
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m$29 · $0.00
Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
The Complete Novels of Lucy Maud MontgomeryLucy Maud Montgomery203h 59m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Books of F. Scott Fitzgerald (all his 5 novels + all 4 short story collections published during his lifetime)F. Scott Fitzgerald87h 53m$2 · $0.00
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
The Natchez Burning TrilogyGreg Iles96h 18m$53 · $0.00
War LordBernard Cornwell13h 21m$33 · $0.00
Ghetto BastardK’wan7h 37m$20
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