Silverberg, Robert
Overview
| Works: | 546 works in 3,065 publications in 10 languages and 84,879 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Fiction Science fiction Fantasy fiction Short stories History Criticism, interpretation, etc Action and adventure fiction Epic fiction Biographies Novellas |
| Roles: | Author, Editor, Contributor, Bibliographic antecedent, Author of introduction, Other, Redactor, Compiler, Creator |
| Classifications: | PS3569.I472, 813.54 |
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Most widely held works about
Robert Silverberg
- Other spaces, other times : a life spent in the future by Robert Silverberg( )
- Robert Silverberg by Thomas D Clareson( Book )
- Reflections and refractions : thoughts on science-fiction, science, and other matters by Robert Silverberg( Book )
- Robert Silverberg's many trapdoors : critical essays on his science fiction( Book )
- The road to Castle Mount : the science fiction of Robert Silverberg by Edgar L Chapman( Book )
- Musings and meditations : reflections on science fiction, science, and other matters by Robert Silverberg( Book )
- Contemporary literary criticism. Volume 140 by Jeffrey W Hunter( )
- Tales from Super-science fiction( Book )
- Traveler of worlds : conversations with Robert Silverberg by Robert Silverberg( Book )
- Hell's cartographers : some personal histories of science fiction writers by Alfred Bester( Book )
- Hell bent for letters by Blöödhag (Musical group)( Recording )
- Robert Silverberg - Zeiten der Wandlung by Uwe Anton( Book )
- Robert Silverberg by Robert Silverberg( Recording )
- Walter Drummond PHF : honouring an Australian Rotary pioneer by Ian Black( Book )
- Os mundos abertos de Robert Silverberg : sua ficção científica curta em língua portuguesa by Marcello Simão Branco( Book )
- Frederik Pohl Papers by Frederik Pohl( )
- Alice B. Sheldon, pen name James Tiptree, Jr., papers by Alice Bradley Sheldon( )
- Nelson family recipes old and new( Book )
- Richard D. Erlich collection of papers about science fiction and satire by Richard D Erlich( )
- Legends II : new short novels by the masters of modern fantasy( Book )
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Most widely held works by
Robert Silverberg
Nightfall by
Isaac Asimov(
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29 editions published between 1988 and 2011 in 3 languages and held by 2,004 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Kalgash is a world on the edge of chaos, torn between religious fanaticism and scientific rationalism. Their civilization is threatened by Nightfall, the first sunset in over two thousand years
29 editions published between 1988 and 2011 in 3 languages and held by 2,004 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Kalgash is a world on the edge of chaos, torn between religious fanaticism and scientific rationalism. Their civilization is threatened by Nightfall, the first sunset in over two thousand years
Lord Valentine's castle by
Robert Silverberg(
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44 editions published between 1979 and 2020 in 3 languages and held by 1,738 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The planet Majipoor is shared by humans and several alien races, including four-armed Skandars, three-eyed Liiman, and the native, shape-shifting Metamorphs. All are watched over by the King of Dreams, the labyrinth-dwelling Pontifex, and the priestess of the Isle of Sleep, while the Coronal officially rules from atop Castle Mount. The Majipoor Cycle begins as young Valentine, a man with no memory, is hired as an apprentice juggler by a group of eccentric performers. While the traveling troupe takes to the road, Valentine's sleep is disturbed by nightmare visions of warring brothers and difficulties on faraway Castle Mount. In a quest to discover who Valentine really is, his wise and peculiar companions resolve to help him claim the rewards of his birth. But another trial awaits Valentine that will test his belief, resolve, and strength of character
44 editions published between 1979 and 2020 in 3 languages and held by 1,738 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The planet Majipoor is shared by humans and several alien races, including four-armed Skandars, three-eyed Liiman, and the native, shape-shifting Metamorphs. All are watched over by the King of Dreams, the labyrinth-dwelling Pontifex, and the priestess of the Isle of Sleep, while the Coronal officially rules from atop Castle Mount. The Majipoor Cycle begins as young Valentine, a man with no memory, is hired as an apprentice juggler by a group of eccentric performers. While the traveling troupe takes to the road, Valentine's sleep is disturbed by nightmare visions of warring brothers and difficulties on faraway Castle Mount. In a quest to discover who Valentine really is, his wise and peculiar companions resolve to help him claim the rewards of his birth. But another trial awaits Valentine that will test his belief, resolve, and strength of character
Legends : short novels by the masters of modern fantasy(
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15 editions published between 1998 and 2001 in English and held by 1,348 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A seven-hundred-page anthology of stories on various fantasy worlds, each preceded by an introduction. They range from Terry Pratchett's The Sea and Little Fishes, set in Discworld, to Ursula K. Le Guin's Dragonfly, set in Earthsea
15 editions published between 1998 and 2001 in English and held by 1,348 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A seven-hundred-page anthology of stories on various fantasy worlds, each preceded by an introduction. They range from Terry Pratchett's The Sea and Little Fishes, set in Discworld, to Ursula K. Le Guin's Dragonfly, set in Earthsea
Majipoor chronicles : a novel by
Robert Silverberg(
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46 editions published between 1981 and 2018 in 3 languages and held by 1,334 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Companion volume to LORD VALENTINE'S CASTLE. Hissune, Valentine's successor, is given access to the Hall of Records, and delves into the fascinating history of the planet Majipoor
46 editions published between 1981 and 2018 in 3 languages and held by 1,334 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Companion volume to LORD VALENTINE'S CASTLE. Hissune, Valentine's successor, is given access to the Hall of Records, and delves into the fascinating history of the planet Majipoor
The positronic man by
Isaac Asimov(
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36 editions published between 1992 and 2006 in 7 languages and held by 1,309 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Powerful and haunting, The Positronic Man is an unforgettable novel that redefines Isaac Asimov's and Robert Silverberg's place among the greatest science fiction authors of all time. In the twenty-first century the creation of the positronic brain leads to the development of robot laborers and revolutionizes life on Earth. But to the Martin family, their household robot NDR-113 is more than a trusted friend, a confidant, a member of the family. For through some unknown manufacturing glitch, Andrew has been blessed with a capacity for love and a drive toward self-awareness and development that are almost ... human. But almost is not enough. Andrew's dream is to become fully human. Facing human prejudice, the laws of robotics, and his own mechanical limitations, Andrew will use science and law in his quest for the impossible, arriving at last at a terrifying choice: to make his dream a reality, he must pay the ultimate price. - Publisher
36 editions published between 1992 and 2006 in 7 languages and held by 1,309 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Powerful and haunting, The Positronic Man is an unforgettable novel that redefines Isaac Asimov's and Robert Silverberg's place among the greatest science fiction authors of all time. In the twenty-first century the creation of the positronic brain leads to the development of robot laborers and revolutionizes life on Earth. But to the Martin family, their household robot NDR-113 is more than a trusted friend, a confidant, a member of the family. For through some unknown manufacturing glitch, Andrew has been blessed with a capacity for love and a drive toward self-awareness and development that are almost ... human. But almost is not enough. Andrew's dream is to become fully human. Facing human prejudice, the laws of robotics, and his own mechanical limitations, Andrew will use science and law in his quest for the impossible, arriving at last at a terrifying choice: to make his dream a reality, he must pay the ultimate price. - Publisher
Valentine pontifex by
Robert Silverberg(
Book
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35 editions published between 1983 and 2013 in 5 languages and held by 1,260 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Gentle, pacifist, saintly Lord Valentine copes with the tasks of government on the planet Majipoor amidst blight and rebellion
35 editions published between 1983 and 2013 in 5 languages and held by 1,260 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Gentle, pacifist, saintly Lord Valentine copes with the tasks of government on the planet Majipoor amidst blight and rebellion
Science fiction hall of fame by
Robert Silverberg(
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12 editions published between 1970 and 1998 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,253 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Martian odyssey / Stanley G. Weinbaum --Twilight / John W. Campbell--(etc.)
12 editions published between 1970 and 1998 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,253 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Martian odyssey / Stanley G. Weinbaum --Twilight / John W. Campbell--(etc.)
The world inside by
Robert Silverberg(
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36 editions published between 1971 and 2018 in 3 languages and held by 1,192 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In 2381, the highly regulated life at the giant building known as Urbmon 116 may seem ideal, but some residents are experiencing dangerous dissatisfaction
36 editions published between 1971 and 2018 in 3 languages and held by 1,192 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In 2381, the highly regulated life at the giant building known as Urbmon 116 may seem ideal, but some residents are experiencing dangerous dissatisfaction
Gilgamesh the king by
Robert Silverberg(
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24 editions published between 1984 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 1,181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Recreates the legend of the demi-god Sumerian king Gilgamesh, slayer of monsters and master of unsurpassed treasures, who searches for the key to immortality
24 editions published between 1984 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 1,181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Recreates the legend of the demi-god Sumerian king Gilgamesh, slayer of monsters and master of unsurpassed treasures, who searches for the key to immortality
Hot sky at midnight by
Robert Silverberg(
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22 editions published between 1993 and 2014 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,171 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A futuristic look at the effects of pollution and the ozone hole. The air is so foul people wear masks, and as protection against the sun they inject themselves with a product which darkens the skin. The protagonist experiments with breeding people who can support the climate
22 editions published between 1993 and 2014 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,171 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A futuristic look at the effects of pollution and the ozone hole. The air is so foul people wear masks, and as protection against the sun they inject themselves with a product which darkens the skin. The protagonist experiments with breeding people who can support the climate
At winter's end by
Robert Silverberg(
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17 editions published between 1988 and 2013 in English and held by 1,170 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Robert Silverberg creates a breathtaking vision of the far, far future in an epic of rebirth and revelation, passion and despair, dread and awe-and the triumph of the human spirit."
17 editions published between 1988 and 2013 in English and held by 1,170 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Robert Silverberg creates a breathtaking vision of the far, far future in an epic of rebirth and revelation, passion and despair, dread and awe-and the triumph of the human spirit."
Lost cities and vanished civilizations by
Robert Silverberg(
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26 editions published between 1962 and 1982 in Spanish and English and held by 1,123 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The author has chosen the ancient cities of Pompeii, Troy, Angkor, Knossos, Babylon and Chichén Itzá, tells what they were like in ancient times, and recounts the stories of the discoverers and scientists of modern times who unearthed them
26 editions published between 1962 and 1982 in Spanish and English and held by 1,123 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The author has chosen the ancient cities of Pompeii, Troy, Angkor, Knossos, Babylon and Chichén Itzá, tells what they were like in ancient times, and recounts the stories of the discoverers and scientists of modern times who unearthed them
Star of Gypsies by
Robert Silverberg(
Book
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22 editions published between 1986 and 2012 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,106 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Yakoub is the king of the Rom, the ancient Gypsy race of humans who have evolved from the days of caravans into lords of the spaceways, the only pilots capable of steering ships safely between the many worlds of the galaxy. Convinced that his people have lost their way, and determined to return them to their ancestral home of Romany Star, Yakoub has "retired" that they might realize their need of him. Living in exile on an icy world, he is visited by three companions (some only in astral form) who each entreat him to return and take up his throne. But when the king comes out of retirement, he finds himself embroiled in a power struggle, not only over the Romany throne, but over the fate of the entire galactic empire as well
22 editions published between 1986 and 2012 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,106 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Yakoub is the king of the Rom, the ancient Gypsy race of humans who have evolved from the days of caravans into lords of the spaceways, the only pilots capable of steering ships safely between the many worlds of the galaxy. Convinced that his people have lost their way, and determined to return them to their ancestral home of Romany Star, Yakoub has "retired" that they might realize their need of him. Living in exile on an icy world, he is visited by three companions (some only in astral form) who each entreat him to return and take up his throne. But when the king comes out of retirement, he finds himself embroiled in a power struggle, not only over the Romany throne, but over the fate of the entire galactic empire as well
The alien years by
Robert Silverberg(
Book
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23 editions published between 1998 and 2014 in English and held by 1,049 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
After invading Earth, aliens destroy the electricity grids and civilization comes to a halt. Some people collaborate with the invaders, others fight back. The hero is an army man who forms a resistance group on a ranch in California
23 editions published between 1998 and 2014 in English and held by 1,049 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
After invading Earth, aliens destroy the electricity grids and civilization comes to a halt. Some people collaborate with the invaders, others fight back. The hero is an army man who forms a resistance group on a ranch in California
The longest way home by
Robert Silverberg(
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26 editions published between 1996 and 2019 in English and held by 995 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Fifteen-year-old Joseph Master Keilloran's life is changed forever when the privileged class he was born into is overthrown and he is forced to flee
26 editions published between 1996 and 2019 in English and held by 995 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Fifteen-year-old Joseph Master Keilloran's life is changed forever when the privileged class he was born into is overthrown and he is forced to flee
Kingdoms of the wall by
Robert Silverberg(
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17 editions published between 1992 and 2014 in English and held by 988 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Each year twenty men and twenty women set forth on a Pilgrimage and attempt to scale a high peak to meet with the gods and gain new knowledge
17 editions published between 1992 and 2014 in English and held by 988 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Each year twenty men and twenty women set forth on a Pilgrimage and attempt to scale a high peak to meet with the gods and gain new knowledge
Tom O'Bedlam by
Robert Silverberg(
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29 editions published between 1985 and 2015 in 4 languages and held by 952 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Tom, like the medieval Tom O'Bedlam, can't decipher the meaning of the images plaguing his mind. Much like the wondering and mad Tom of the medieval ballad, the Tom O'Bedlam of 2103 doesn't know what to make of the images that keep cluttering his mind. To preserve the last shred of his sanity and keep these never-ending wonders a secret, he feigns insanity. But then a probe that has traveled over four light years away transmits the very pictures that have been haunting Tom's dreams. In this post-industrial world on the verge of a total collapse, Tom has become humanity's spokesperson to the distant planet that may be his world's salvation
29 editions published between 1985 and 2015 in 4 languages and held by 952 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Tom, like the medieval Tom O'Bedlam, can't decipher the meaning of the images plaguing his mind. Much like the wondering and mad Tom of the medieval ballad, the Tom O'Bedlam of 2103 doesn't know what to make of the images that keep cluttering his mind. To preserve the last shred of his sanity and keep these never-ending wonders a secret, he feigns insanity. But then a probe that has traveled over four light years away transmits the very pictures that have been haunting Tom's dreams. In this post-industrial world on the verge of a total collapse, Tom has become humanity's spokesperson to the distant planet that may be his world's salvation
The face of the waters by
Robert Silverberg(
Book
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20 editions published between 1991 and 2000 in 3 languages and held by 920 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"On the waterworld planet of Hydros, the human colonists are exiled by the amphibious natives from the few habitable land masses and set off in a desperate search for refuge in the shadowy mystical land of the Face of the Waters."--Amazon
20 editions published between 1991 and 2000 in 3 languages and held by 920 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"On the waterworld planet of Hydros, the human colonists are exiled by the amphibious natives from the few habitable land masses and set off in a desperate search for refuge in the shadowy mystical land of the Face of the Waters."--Amazon
Dying inside by
Robert Silverberg(
Book
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42 editions published between 1972 and 2018 in 4 languages and held by 869 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The novel's main character, David Selig, is an undistinguished man living in New York City. David was born with a telepathic gift allowing him to read minds. Rather than use his ability for any greater good, however, Selig squanders his power, using it only for his own convenience. At the beginning of the novel, David earns a living by reading the minds of college students so that he can better plagiarize reports and essays on their behalf. As the novel progresses, Selig's power becomes continually weaker, working sporadically and sometimes not at all, and Selig struggles to maintain his grip on reality as he begins to lose an ability on which he has long since grown dependent. The book contains a number of memorable elements, such as David's relationship with a fellow telepath he meets as a young adult, or his strained interaction with his estranged younger sister (who has long distrusted him because of his ability), or his obsession, during one section of the novel, with proving that his girlfriend, a woman named Kitty, is also telepathic after he discovers that he can't read her mind. There is also a moment where David's power causes him to vicariously experience his girlfriend's acid trip, and a bravura sequence in which the adolescent Selig, during a visit to a farm, enters the minds of, variously, a fish swimming in a stream, a hen laying an egg, and a young couple in the midst of passionate sex
42 editions published between 1972 and 2018 in 4 languages and held by 869 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The novel's main character, David Selig, is an undistinguished man living in New York City. David was born with a telepathic gift allowing him to read minds. Rather than use his ability for any greater good, however, Selig squanders his power, using it only for his own convenience. At the beginning of the novel, David earns a living by reading the minds of college students so that he can better plagiarize reports and essays on their behalf. As the novel progresses, Selig's power becomes continually weaker, working sporadically and sometimes not at all, and Selig struggles to maintain his grip on reality as he begins to lose an ability on which he has long since grown dependent. The book contains a number of memorable elements, such as David's relationship with a fellow telepath he meets as a young adult, or his strained interaction with his estranged younger sister (who has long distrusted him because of his ability), or his obsession, during one section of the novel, with proving that his girlfriend, a woman named Kitty, is also telepathic after he discovers that he can't read her mind. There is also a moment where David's power causes him to vicariously experience his girlfriend's acid trip, and a bravura sequence in which the adolescent Selig, during a visit to a farm, enters the minds of, variously, a fish swimming in a stream, a hen laying an egg, and a young couple in the midst of passionate sex
Starborne by
Robert Silverberg(
Book
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14 editions published between 1995 and 1997 in 3 languages and held by 866 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An Earth ship sails into space to find new planets to colonize. On board are 50 people with enough genetic material to start a new world. As they investigate, their communication with Earth becomes disrupted by mysterious forces. That is how the expedition discovers there are living stars
14 editions published between 1995 and 1997 in 3 languages and held by 866 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An Earth ship sails into space to find new planets to colonize. On board are 50 people with enough genetic material to start a new world. As they investigate, their communication with Earth becomes disrupted by mysterious forces. That is how the expedition discovers there are living stars
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Related Identities
- Asimov, Isaac 1920-1992 Author Editor
- Greenberg, Martin Harry Editor
- Science Fiction Writers of America
- Haber, Karen Author Editor
- Bova, Ben 1932- Editor
- Clarke, Arthur C. (Arthur Charles) 1917-2008 Author Editor
- Proctor, George W. Editor
- Carr, Terry Editor
- Zelazny, Roger Author
- Burns, Jim 1948-2016
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Aldiss, Brian W.--(Brian Wilson), American fiction American literature Archaeology Authors, American Authorship Bildungsromans Cities and towns City and town life Civilization, Subterranean Climatic changes Conquest, Right of Contamination (Technology) Epic poetry, Assyro-Babylonian Extinct cities Families Fantasy fiction Fantasy fiction, American Gilgamesh Global warming Historians Imaginary societies Iraq Iraq--Erech (Extinct city) Kings and rulers Life on other planets Literature and science Majipoor (Imaginary place) Man-woman relationships New York (State) Overpopulation Pilgrims and pilgrimages Pollution Psychic ability Psychics Robots Romanies Science and civilization Science fiction Science fiction, American Science fiction, English Science fiction--Authorship Sexual freedom Short stories Silverberg, Robert Space ships Survival Telepathy Underground areas Utopias
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Alternative Names
Black, Edgar.
Blaine, Laurence L. 1935-
Burnett, W. R. 1935-
Chapman, Walker.
Chapman, Walker 1935-
Cook, Roy 1935-
Dexter, John, 1935-
Drummond, Walter
Drummond, Walter 1935-
Elliott Don
Elliott, Don 1935-
Hamilton, Franklin
Hamilton, Franklin 1935-
Hollander, Paul
Hollander, Paul 1935-
Jorgensen, Ivor
Jorgensen J.
Jorgenson, I.
Jorgenson, I., pseud.
Jorgenson, Ivar.
Jorgenson, Ivar 1935-
Jorgenson, Ivor 1935-
Knox, C. M.
Knox, C. M., pseud.
Knox Calvin M.
Knox, Calvin M. 1935-
Lynch, Dan 1935-
Nelson, Mildred 1935-
Osborne, D.
Osborne, D., pseud.
Osborne, David.
Osborne, David 1935-
Randall, Rob 1935-
Randall, Robert.
Randall, Robert 1935-
Robert Silverberg American speculative fiction writer and editor
Robert Silverberg americký spisovateľ
Robert Silverberg Amerikaans auteur
Robert Silverberg amerikansk manusforfattar
Robert Silverberg amerikansk manusförfattare
Robert Silverberg amerikansk manusforfatter
Robert Silverberg amerikansk manuskriptforfatter
Robert Silverberg amerykański pisarz fantastyki naukowej
Robert Silverberg escritor estadounidense de ciencia ficción
Robert Silverberg romancier et nouvelliste américain
Robert Silverberg scrittore e autore di fantascienza statunitense
Robert Silverberg US-amerikanischer Science-Fiction-Autor
Robert Silverberg yhdysvaltalainen kirjailija
Robinson, Lloyd.
Robinson, Lloyd 1935-
Sebastian, Lee.
Sebastian, Lee 1935-
Silʹverberg, R
Silverberg, R. 1935-
Silverberg, Robert
Silverberg, Robert, 1935-
Silversen Erik
Silvo Jonny
Ward, Jonas 1935-
Woodward, L. T. 1935-
Ρόμπερτ Σίλβερμπεργκ
Роберт Сілверберг
Робърт Силвърбърг
Силверберг, Роберт
Силверберг, Роберт 1935-
Сильверберг Р.
Сильверберг Роберт
סילברברג, רוברט
רוברט סילברברג
رابرت سیلوربرق
رابرت سیلوربرگ فیلمنامهنویس آمریکایی
روبرت سلفربرج، 1935-
روبرت سيلفربرج
روبرت سيلفربرغ
실버버그, 로버트 1935-
실버벡, R. 1935-
실버벡, 로버트 1935-
シルヴァーバーグ, R
シルヴァーバーグ, ロバート
シルバーバーグ, R
シルバーバーグ, ロバート
ロバート・シルヴァーバーグ
羅伯特·西爾柏格
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