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Iain Banks

(1954–2013) Science Fiction Writer United Kingdom

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Iain Banks jokes about never winning awards, then flips to a dark confession that he once killed three people, showing how a calm exterior can hide shocking deeds. He warns that spotting a pattern isn’t the same as finding meaning, and he calls his own devotion as husband a “deviant” twist on ordinary life. His words also caution how quickly societies can slide into torture.

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Iain Banks was a science fiction writer from the United Kingdom, best known for Consider Phlebas.

Quick Facts About Iain Banks

Born
February 16, 1954
Died
June 9, 2013
Nationality
United Kingdom
Profession
Science Fiction Writer
Notable works
Consider Phlebas

About Iain Banks

Iain Menzies Banks was a Scottish author, writing mainstream fiction as Iain Banks and science fiction as Iain M. Banks. His books have been adapted for theatre, radio, and television. In 2008, The Times named Banks in their list of the 50 greatest British writers since 1945.

Awards & Honors

Tähtivaeltaja Award BSFA Award for Best Novel honorary doctorate Q130744609

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