Robert E. Howard is one of the most prolific short story writers in American history, and has created such beloved characters as Conan the Barbarian, Kull of Atlantis, Soloman Kane, Bran Mak Morn, El Borak, and Dark Agn s de Chastillon. He tragically passed away in 1936.
"There's no denying [Howard's] ability to craft epic tales with
memorable characters in well-researched, colorful surroundings,
including some of history's most volatile periods. An
excellent essay by Howard Andrew Jones help put these stories and
Howard's career in perspective." --Publishers Weekly
“[Behind Howard’s stories] lurks a dark poetry and the timeless
truth of dreams.”—Robert Bloch
“The voice of Robert E. Howard still resonates after decades with
readers—equal parts ringing steel, thunderous horse hooves, and
spattered blood.”—Eric S. Nylund, author of Halo: The Fall of
Reach
“Howard had a gritty, vibrant style—broadsword writing that cut its
way to the heart, with heroes who are truly larger than
life.”—David Gemmell, author of Legend and Troy: Lord of the Silver
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