Ballard
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Ballard most commonly refers to J. G. Ballard, an English novelist known for psychologically intense science fiction and dystopian fiction.
Who he was
James Graham Ballard was born in Shanghai, China, on 15 November 1930. He became a British author and a leading figure in the New Wave science fiction movement. His early life in wartime China shaped themes that recur in his work.
What he wrote
Ballard's best-known novels include *The Drowned World* and *Empire of the Sun*. He also wrote controversial works like *The Atrocity Exhibition* and *Crash*. His fiction explores technology, media, sex, and post-apocalyptic settings.
Why he matters
Ballard is regarded as a major postmodern and science fiction writer. His work examines how human psychology interacts with technology, disaster, and media saturation. He died in London on 19 April 2009.
In short
- J. G. Ballard was an English novelist and short-story writer.
- He is associated with the New Wave science fiction movement.
- His work explores psychology, technology, sex, and dystopia.
- Notable books: *The Drowned World* and *Empire of the Sun*.
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Sources
- Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/J-G-BallardSupports: Birth, death, nationality, and overview of Ballard as a science fiction author
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._G._BallardSupports: Full name, literary classification, themes, and major works