Extended Summary - Consider Phlebas: Based On The Book By Iain M. Banks

EXTENDED SUMMARY

CONSIDER PHLEBAS

BASED ON THE BOOK BY IAIN M. BANKS

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: QUICK READING LIBRARY

CONTENT

Prologue and Sorpen

The Hand of God and Clean Air Turbulence

Temple of Light and Megaship

The Eaters

Interlude in Darkness and A Game of Damage

The Ends of Invention and State of Play: Two

Schar's World and The Command System: Batholith

The Command System: Engines

The Command System: Terminus and Consider Phlebas

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

Consider Phlebas by Iain M. Banks is a science fiction novel set against the backdrop of the Idiran-Culture war. The story follows Bora Horza Gobuchul, a Changer working for the Idirans, on a mission to retrieve a powerful Culture Mind. Horza, a complex character with a troubled past, is forced to navigate a dangerous world while questioning his loyalties. He gathers a crew of mercenaries to achieve his goal while also facing opposition from the Culture. The novel explores themes of war, identity, loyalty, and the clash between civilizations, and it delves into the moral ambiguities of both sides in the conflict. The narrative is full of action, intrigue and unexpected twists, keeping readers engaged while also making them think about broader philosophical concepts.

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Release date

Audiobook: 7 February 2025