William Gibson

Date of Birth: March 17, 1948

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Date of Death: *None (as of the latest update in 2023)*

Biography

William Gibson is a renowned American-Canadian writer, widely credited as a pioneer in the science fiction subgenre known as cyberpunk. Born in the United States, he later moved to Canada, where he established his career in writing. Gibson’s seminal work, “Neuromancer,” published in 1984, has left an indelible mark on science fiction literature, introducing concepts like cyberspace, which have permeated both popular culture and the tech industry. Over his career, Gibson has written numerous novels, short stories, and essays that explore themes of technology, cybernetics, and the human condition in an increasingly digital world.

5 Interesting Facts about William Gibson

1. William Gibson coined the term “cyberspace” in his short story “Burning Chrome” (1982) and popularized it in his groundbreaking novel “Neuromancer.”

2. “Neuromancer” was the first novel to win the Nebula Award, the Philip K. Dick Award, and the Hugo Award.

3. Gibson’s “Sprawl Trilogy,” which includes “Neuromancer,” “Count Zero,” and “Mona Lisa Overdrive,” is highly influential in the cyberpunk genre.

4. He has also ventured into screenwriting, notably contributing to the script for “Johnny Mnemonic,” a film adaptation of his short story.

5. Despite his significant influence on the cyberpunk genre, Gibson has stated that he does not use much advanced technology in his daily life and only joined Twitter in 2010.