Conan

Description

The Conan books are classics that helped form the early fantasy genre during the 30's, and along with Karl Wagner's Kane books and Fafhrd and the Grey Mouser series, Howard's work helped create the Sword and Sorcery genre. To say Conan has been influential on modern fantasy and pop culture at large would be a vast understatement.Don't let the fact that these books are nearly 100 years old scare you from reading them. They are dark, compelling, and richly evocative reads. And hey, by reading them, you can lord this fact over all the other 95% of the fantasy nerds who claim to love Fantasy but have never read one of the pillars of the genre.

About the Author

Howard, Robert E.

Robert E. Howard was an American author known for his works in the pulp fiction and fantasy genres. He was born in Texas in 1906 and passed away in 1936.Howard's most notable works include the "Conan the Barbarian" series, which follows the adventures of a fierce warrior in a world of magic and monsters, and the "Solomon Kane" series, which follows the adventures of a Puritan avenger who fights against evil in various forms.Howard's writing is known for its action-packed storytelling, vivid descriptions, and exploration of themes such as heroism, honor, and the nature of evil. He is often credited with creating the "sword and sorcery" subgenre of fantasy, and his works have had a lasting influence on popular culture.In addition to his writing, Howard was also known for his correspondence with other writers, including H.P. Lovecraft and Clark Ashton Smith. He continues to be recognized as an important and influential figure in the pulp fiction and fantasy genres.

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Other Books by Howard, Robert E.

Conan The Barbarian

The Bloody Crown Of Conan

The Conquering Sword Of Conan

Conan The Barbarian

Conan Of Cimmeria

Conan The Freebooter

Conan The Wanderer

Conan The Warrior

Conan The Usurper

Conan The Invincible

Conan The Magnificent

Conan The Unconquered

Conan The Defender

Conan Of The Isles

Conan The Liberator

Conan Of Venarium

Conan The Swordsman

Conan The Defiant

Conan Indomitable

Conan The Free Lance

Conan The Mercenary

Sword Of Skelos

Conan The Fearless

The Savage

Conan The Gladiator

Conan And The Emerald Lotus

Conan The Renegade

Conan And The Manhunters

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