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“"I think I know the real reason." "Which is?" "Alcohol in the dust clouds. Goddamn stuff is everywhere. Any lousy species ever invents the telescope and the spectroscope and starts looking in between the stars, what do they find?" He knocked the glass on the table. "Loads of stuff, but much of it alcohol." He drank from the glass. "Humanoids are the galaxy's way of trying to get rid of all that alcohol."”

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Iain Banks

Iain Banks, born Alexander Robertson MacIntosh on February 16, 1954, in Scotland, was a renowned British author. Known for his science fiction and literary novels, his most famous works include the 'Culture' series and the 'Civilization' series. Banks' writing spanned multiple literary genres, including science fiction, fantasy, literary, and crime novels. He passed away on June 9, 2013, due to cancer. Iain Banks is celebrated for his science fiction novels, which are praised for their unique worldviews and profound philosophical insights. He also penned a series of literary novels that delve into complex human issues. Banks' work has had a significant impact on contemporary literature, with his intricate narrative structures and imaginative storytelling inspiring future writers and readers. more

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