This is a relatively comprehensive a list of the works of gene szafran, including works for playboy, album covers, paperback book covers, childrens books, science fiction illustration, and civil war illustrations. Mar 02, 2018 scifi from silverbergs peak writing period was considered to be pulp fiction, but he did include literary themes and thoughtprovoking characters in highly imaginative situations. He has published more than fifty novels as well as serious works of history and archeology, and has been nominated for more awards for his fiction. The quote on so many of his book covers where silverberg goes today, the rest of science fiction will go tomorrow. I just recently realized that in my 3,000 or so library, i think i only have four of his books. Grandmaster science fiction and fantasy author, winner of numerous awards including the hugo and nebula. Robert silverberg is one of science fictions most beloved writers, and the author of such contemporary classics as dying inside, downward to the earth and lord valentines castle, as well as at winters end, also available in a bison books edition. And so silverberg sold it to paul fairman at amazing. Mar 31, 2014 i often think that i should be more systematic in presenting my cover scans, but then again, because im always buying new stuff, i think it might be easier for you simply to remember to check out the various categories and tags at the bottom of each post if you see work that you like. Anyway, loren beauchamp was a pen name of awardwinning scifi author robert silverberg, and his nurse carolyn, one of many sleaze novels he wrote to pay the bills, first appeared in 1960. He would describe them fifty years later as short, fast moving books set a few hundred years in the future and rich.
The book covers his journey across majipoor, gathering friends and allies along the way, to reclaim his throne. This new edition of the book of skulls features a new introduction by malcolm edwards, an afterword by robert silverberg, a gallery of covers of previous editions of the book, and new cover and endpaper artwork by john anthony di giovanni. My comic book era covers ages six through ten or so, which is roughly equivalent to the. He was known for his speed as a writer and in 1965 was said to have wrote and sold at least 50,000 words per week. He is a multiple winner of both hugo and nebula awards, a member of the science fiction and fantasy hall of fame, and a grand master of sf. See more ideas about fantasy book covers, sci fi books and sci fi. The world of space by silverberg, robert and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The classic bestselling saga by science fiction grand master robert silverberg when hissune, lord valentines successordesignate and a clerk in the house of. Robert silverberg born january 15, 1935 is an american author and editor, best known for writing science fiction. Silverberg is among the most prolific authors in the science fiction fieldthere have been several years in which he reportedly wrote over a. Tenneshaw house name, silverberg and randall garrett wrote the ultimate weapon for imaginative tales. Robert silverberg is one of the most prolific scifi writers. The conglomeroid cocktail party, science fiction book club hard cover book, 243 pp.
Revolt on alpha c is not a major work by any standard, but as silverberg s first novel it does occupy a cherished place in the history of science fiction. Novellas set in the world of majipoor can be found in legends and legends ii. But what really makes lvc stand out as a classic is the worldbuilding. The books of robert silverberg s majipoor series are broken down into two series. I have found silverberg s novels, like those of one of my other scifi favorites john brunner, hit or miss. Stepsons of terra by robert silverberg 1983 paperback. Signed by robert silverberg directly on the title page. The mound builders by robert silverberg 19740102 ebay. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Covers should be from books that are scififantasyhorror and they have to be real. Robert silverberg books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography. Scifi from silverberg s peak writing period was considered to be pulp fiction, but he did include literary themes and thoughtprovoking characters in highly imaginative situations. The conglomeroid cocktail party, bantam mass market paperback, isbn 0553250779, 317 pp.
Writing his first book in 1955, he would make his full literary debut with the book revolt on alpha c, which would also help establish his name. Book covers presented at cover browser are republished within a fair use context. The second trip is not a perfect book, and silverberg, usually the meticulous perfectionist, does make some minor flubs here and there. Since the mid1960s he has produced an incredible body of work. Rare science fiction signed by robert silverberg by his.
Jul 31, 2015 sffworld is very pleased to speak to legendary sf and fantasy writer robert silverberg. Selling his first sciencefiction novel, robert silverberg would release his debut story, making his arrival onto the literary scene in 1954. You can post photoshops and fakes at rfakebookcovers. Robert silverberg books biography and list of works. The first published series was the lord valentine cycle. What are the books of robert silverberg most worth reading.
This book was published by ballantine books in 1972 and is a 1st printing. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. He is a past president of the science fiction and fantasy writers of america and the winner of five nebula awardsincluding one for the short story. Our goal is to provide the finest quality of product and service to our customers, while maintaining reasonable prices. The books still holds its integrity and is a good reading copy for more detail see pictures. To live again robert, illustrated by cover art silverberg on. We talked about the rerelease of old work, the process of writing, the importance of digital media in the 21st century and retirement. Later going on to write under various different pseudonyms, he would also use pennames such as don elliot, robert randall, calvin m knox and ivar jorgenson. Robert silverberg has been a professional writer since 1955, widely known for his science fiction and fantasy stories. If you create a free account and sign in, you will be able to customize what is displayed. Silverberg and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Cover art by don punchantz click to enlarge at the same time, the book is simplistic, even dimwitted, on a couple points. His covers were inspired by the works of pinup artists alberto vargas and george petty, and are now treasured as pocketsized.
Knox, silverberg provided en route to earth, the cover story on the august 1957 issue of science fiction quarterly silverberg wrote the loathsome beasts, the cover story for the final issue of superscience fiction, under his dan malcolm pseudonym. The book of skulls by robert silverberg librarything. Men and machines by robert silverberg librarything. Bruce pennington art the man in the maze by robert silverberg cover art a tribute to one of the great sf artists, bruce pennington. It is not particularly a book to pickup if you are looking for compelling characterization or engaging storytelling.
Robert silverberg, signed abebooks passion for books. Do not repost any cover thats been posted here in the last three months. He sold his first novel while still a student at columbia university, and has been a fulltime writer since graduation. Up for sale is a vintage science fiction paperback book written by robert silverberg titled. I really do judge the book by the cover apparently, ive just never liked the cover art on his books. For example, downward to the earth could be likened to conrads h.
A tale from a spacers bar is a two hundred at least yearold work of fiction that has appeared in many different media. Im going to throw up a couple of covers for this book, in addition to the one that graced the copy that i read. Gardner dozois and gordon eklund, edited and with an introduction by robert silverberg. Im a new arrival to the school of robert silverberg. Under the clyde mitchell house name, silverberg and randall garrett wrote the mummy. He is a past president of the science fiction and fantasy writers of america and the winner of five nebula awards and five hugo awards. Send us your terrible covers so we can document the carnage to our eyes. Silverberg wrote the loathsome beasts, the cover story for the final issue of superscience fiction, under his dan malcolm pseudonym. I read the book of skulls in 2005 and ive made a point to read at least some silverberg every year since. The new springtime series is robert silverberg at his very best, showcasing the intelligence, ingenuity, humanism, and extraordinary talents that have won him four hugo awards, six nebulas, and a host of other honors. The mound builders by robert silverberg 19740102 by a copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Robert silverberg is one of science fictions most beloved writers, and the author of such classic books such as gilgamesh the king, dying inside, nightwings, and lord valentines castle. Interstellar exploration, colonization, and trade became things of reality. In 1962, however, in a slight return to form, silverberg released recalled to life and the seed of earth.
Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Robert silverberg books list of books by author robert. Robert silverberg has 1578 books on goodreads with 459406 ratings. John wyndhams the day of the triffids 1951 made any new stories seem like a pale imitation. In 1960, silverberg only released one scifi book, lost race of mars a socalled juvenile, and in 1961, not a single fulllength affair. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Hawksbill station by robert silverberg bear with me a moment. Hes a legend in the science fiction industry and won his first hugo award in 1956 for best new writer. Robert silverberg is a writer who constantly amazes me. A talk with sciencefiction legend robert silverberg. Later, silverberg wrote a prequel trilogy, which is the lord prestimion cycle.
By the late 60s and early 70s silverberg was producing. He is a manytime winner of the hugo and nebula awards, was named to the science fiction hall of fame in 1999, and in 2004 was designated as a grand master by the science fiction writers of america. The above cover is from the 1963 second edition and was painted by paul rader. His incredibly prolific bibliography includes dozens of novels, nonfiction books, short stories, and collections. He is the hugo and nebula awardwinning author of such contemporary classics. Books by robert silverberg author of lord valentines castle. The conglomeroid cocktail party, arbor house hard cover book 1984. See all books authored by robert silverberg, including legends, and dying inside, and more on. Robert silverberg biography robert silverberg born january 15, 1935 in brooklyn, ny is a prolific author best known for writing science fiction, a multiple winner of both the hugo and nebula awards. The year 1962 was hardly an idle one for silverberg.
Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Robert silverbergletters from atlantisdragonflight. The idea of having trips back in time to witness some of histories famous moments accompanied by a courier is a great premise for a story. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Click to read more about the book of skulls by robert silverberg. But because of the fitzgerald contraction, a man who shipped out to space could never live a normal life on earth again. Good show sir only the worst scififantasy book covers. Apr 18, 2019 im a new arrival to the school of robert silverberg. Buy a cheap copy of majipoor chronicles book by robert silverberg. The book is a travelogue as much as an adventure, and the world silverberg created is imaginative, fleshed out, and truly massive in its scope. The palace at midnight, 198082 the collected stories of robert silverberg, volume five by robert silverberg here is a quick description and cover image of book the palace at midnight, 198082 the collected stories of robert silverberg, volume five written by robert silverberg which was published in 20101031. Robert silverberg is one of science fictions most beloved writers. This was the 2nd of over 20 books robert silverberg wrote for the nowclassic line of ace double novels.
Robert silverberg really is an incredibly gifted author and some of the ideas he introduces in this book are superb. Posts about book magazine covers all written by rc. The worst of silverberg s novels ive read, for example the time hoppers 1967 and master of life and death 1957, are cringeworthy. Robert silverberg s two books, the alien years and starborne, arent only my favourite scifi books ever, they inspired me to start writing scifi myself. This of course does not apply to books that are only ebooks. The reality trip by robert silverberg ballantine books 1st. For example, he repeatedly uses the word umbilicus when he means umbilical cord, and suggests that 6411 was a friday, when in fact it was a saturday. Robert silverberg is one of science fictions most beloved writers, and the author of such contemporary classics as dying inside, downward to the earth, and lord valentines castle. Robert silverberg book magazine covers all bruce pennington illustration art look here. The project gutenberg ebook of starmans quest, by robert.
Our genuine leather book covers are made of a highgrade leather and our vinyl book covers have the look and feel of leather. I read an article on the whole sad puppies affair that included a complaint by the guy behind it that was pretty much precisely you cant judge a. Robert silverberg is an american science fiction author and editor. The book may have minor water marks, dog eared pages, previous owners name or a few pen markings, tanning to the pages, or may be an exlibrary. Robert silverbergletters from atlantisdragonflight books. When being a lesbian was profitable, for men collectors. His first fictional piece would be called gorgon planet, as it would help establish his name as a writer, quickly allowing him to grow in prominence. Home labs random about this is the sister site of vintage ad browser. Robert silverberg is an american author and editor of science fiction. Robert silverbergs colonies book by robert silverberg. A books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. The lexman spacedrive gave man the starsbut at a fantastic price. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers all about the book of skulls by robert silverberg.