Author

Neal Asher

1961

Neal Asher is a British science-fiction writer known for hard-edged space opera and posthuman themes. He has a background in engineering and has worked in technical fields, which informs his attention to technology, systems, and survival mechanics. His credibility on topics like human adaptation and engineered environments is reflected in The Skinner, which centers on biological and technological manipulation. Other notable works include the Polity series, such as The Gabble, and the standalone novel Gridlinked.