The Culture Series by Iain M. Banks

The Culture series by Iain M. Banks is an acclaimed science fiction saga set in a post-scarcity universe where a vast, space-faring utopia known as the Culture is governed by superintelligent AIs and inhabited by humanoid species. The series comprises novels like ‘Consider Phlebas,’ ‘The Player of Games,’ and ‘Use of Weapons,’ and through philosophical exploration and high-concept technology, Banks examines themes of power and societal complexity, offering readers thrilling narratives and thought-provoking ideas.