Iain M. Banks

Iain M. Banks

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Iain M. Banks (1954-2013) was a Scottish novelist renowned for his science fiction series, The Culture. He used the name Iain M. Banks for his science fiction works to distinguish them from his literary fiction. Banks was recognized as one of "The 50 Greatest British Writers Since 1945" by The Times.

Iain M. Banks debuted with "The Wasp Factory" in 1984, marking the start of his prolific career. He is renowned for his Culture series, which began in 1987 and explores advanced civilizations and interstellar conflicts. Alongside the Culture novels, Banks wrote standalone works like "Stonemouth," delving into complex personal and societal issues. His bibliography spans both series and individual novels, showcasing his versatility in science fiction and literary fiction. Banks' works are listed in both publication and chronological order, providing a comprehensive view of his literary journey.

Culture

Consider Phlebas

(1987)

The Player of Games

(1988)

The State of the Art

(1989)

Use of Weapons

(1990)

Excession

(1996)

Inversions

(1998)

Look to Windward

(2000)

Matter

(2008)

Surface Detail

(2010)

The Hydrogen Sonata

(2012)

The Culture: The Drawings

(2023)

Standalone Novels

Against a Dark Background

(1993)

Feersum Endjinn

(1994)

The Algebraist

(2004)

Transition

(2009)

Anthologies

Arrows Of Eros

(1989)

Dark

(2000)

The Space Opera Renaissance

(2006)

Crime Scenes Revisited: Scottish Popular Fiction

(2006)

Shoreline of Infinity 8½: Edinburgh International Book Festival Special Edition

(2017)

Burning Brightly

(2021)

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