William Gibson

Science fiction author and screenwriter

William Gibson - Artists & Creatives born March 17th, 1948
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An author and screenwriter, explored themes of technology and society. Initiated the cyberpunk genre with the novel 'Neuromancer', published in 1984. 'Neuromancer' received the Hugo, Nebula, and Philip K. Dick awards. Provided a vision of the internet and virtual reality that has influenced numerous works in literature, film, and technology.

Wrote the novel 'Neuromancer'

Popularized the term 'cyberspace'

Received the Hugo Award

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