Robert Silverberg's Belzagor -- Robert Silverberg

<b>This re-release of fan-favorite adaptation of Robert Silverberg's <i>Downward to the Earth</i> is accompanied by the highly-anticipated <i>Children of Belzagor</i>, the original and never before released sequel.</b> <p/><b>From the mind of legendary American science-fiction writer Robert Silverberg. What began in his acclaimed <i>Downward to the Earth</i> continues in this collection! </b> <p/>First, <i>Return to Belzagor</i>, the fan-favorite adaptation of Downward to the Earth as adapted by writer Philippe Thirault and Eisner-nominated artist Laura Zuccheri. Then, the story continues in the all-new <i>Children of Belzagor</i>, a Silverberg-approved tale of legacy and the lasting effects of colonialism, never before released in English. <p/><b>Part One: Return to Belzagor </b>- Ex-lieutenant Eddie Gundersen returns to Belzagor, where he left behind his youthful illusions, the love of his life, and a shameful history as a brutal colonialist. Today, the planet has been returned to its two native, intelligent species: the Nildoror and the Sulidoror. Acting as a guide for a scientific expedition deep within native territory, Gundersen confronts his inner demons and settles old scores with a planet that hasn't yet revealed all its secrets to him. <p/><b>Part Two: The Children of Belzagor </b>- Belzagor is as beautiful and mysterious as ever, and the remnants of the former Earth colony are virtually restored to the planet's native inhabitants. Gundersen, now initiated into som