Brian W. Aldiss

**Brian W. Aldiss (1925–2017) was an English writer, artist, and anthology editor, best known for his science-fiction novels and short stories. His byline typically reads Brian W. Aldiss or Brian Aldiss, with occasional pseudonyms in the mid-1960s. His work in the genre includes novels such as The Malacia Tapestry and Finches of Mars, which reflect his sustained engagement with speculative themes.**