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Robert Silverberg - The Conglomeroid Cocktail Party
Robert Silverberg - The Conglomeroid Cocktail Party
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"The Conglomeroid Cocktail Party" is a short story written by Robert Silverberg. It was first published in 1956 in the science fiction magazine "Galaxy Science Fiction."
In the story, humanity has spread out across the galaxy and encountered various alien species. The Conglomeroid are one such species, known for their complex and enigmatic behavior. The story revolves around a human diplomat named Morris Locke, who attends a cocktail party hosted by the Conglomeroid. As Locke navigates the social intricacies of the event, he begins to unravel the true nature of the Conglomeroid and their motives.
"The Conglomeroid Cocktail Party" is praised for its imaginative portrayal of alien culture and its exploration of themes such as communication, understanding, and cultural exchange. It showcases Silverberg's early talent for creating rich and thought-provoking science fiction narratives.
In the story, humanity has spread out across the galaxy and encountered various alien species. The Conglomeroid are one such species, known for their complex and enigmatic behavior. The story revolves around a human diplomat named Morris Locke, who attends a cocktail party hosted by the Conglomeroid. As Locke navigates the social intricacies of the event, he begins to unravel the true nature of the Conglomeroid and their motives.
"The Conglomeroid Cocktail Party" is praised for its imaginative portrayal of alien culture and its exploration of themes such as communication, understanding, and cultural exchange. It showcases Silverberg's early talent for creating rich and thought-provoking science fiction narratives.
