Silverman, Allan Jay

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Of University of Pittsburgh.

From the description of Correspondence, 1922 Oct. 31, Nov. 2, 16. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270711695

Al Silverman, a noted sports writer, is author of 10 books and numerous essays published in, among other publications, Playboy, Saga, and Sport Magazine. Among his publications is I am Third, written with Gale Sayers, which became the acclaimed movie, "Brian's Song." In addition to his writing, Silverman also worked as an editor and publisher. He was editor of Sport Magazine from 1951 to 1963 and was CEO and chairman of Book of the Month Club from 1972 to 1988. Most recently, Silverman served as editor and publisher at Viking Press from 1989 to 1997.

From the description of Al Silverman papers, 1951-2003. (New York University). WorldCat record id: 478106709

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