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Conan The Barbarian - All 20 Books in One Edition
Enriched edition. Cimmeria, The Hyborian Age, The Frost Giant's Daughter, The God in the Bowl, Rogues in the House…By Robert E. HowardLength42h 33m
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In "Conan The Barbarian - All 20 Books in One Edition," Robert E. Howard masterfully weaves a series of interconnected tales that explore the adventures of his iconic character, Conan, a fierce warrior navigating a world rife with sorcery, treachery, and ancient mythologies. The prose is distinctly vivid and atmospheric, employing a pulp fiction style characterized by its swift pacing and visceral imagery. Howard's rich world-building shines through in the meticulously crafted landscapes of Hyboria, uncovering themes of civilization versus barbarism, fate, and individualism that resonate within the context of early 20th-century literature, reflecting both contemporary anxieties and the longing for adventure in a rapidly changing world. Robert E. Howard, often hailed as the father of sword and sorcery fiction, was a notable figure in the pulp magazine era, drawing upon his interests in history, mythology, and martial arts to infuse his narratives with authenticity and emotional depth. Growing up in a small Texas town, Howard was profoundly influenced by the rugged landscapes and frontier spirit, which inspired him to create bold characters like Conan, who embodies raw strength and a savage sense of justice. His tumultuous life and struggles with depression also lend a poignant edge to his narratives, wrestling with themes of violence and heroism. This comprehensive edition is a must-read for enthusiasts of fantasy literature, as it offers not only an anthology of Howard's work but also an immersive journey into the heart of heroism and adventure. Whether a first-time reader or a seasoned fan, this collection promises to reignite the thrill of exploration and the timeless allure of the barbarian archetype.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreFantasy, Action and Adventure
Length42 hrs 33 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
69CHAPTER II
2Introduction
70CHAPTER III
3Author Biography
71I. — CONAN LOSES HIS AX
4Historical Context
72II. — THE WIZARD OF GWAWELA
5Synopsis (Selection)
73III. — THE CRAWLERS IN THE DARK
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6Cimmeria - A Poem
74IV. — THE BEASTS OF ZOGAR SAG
7The Hyborian Age
75V. — THE CHILDREN OF JHEBBAL SAG
8The Frost Giant's Daughter (Gods of the North)
76VI. — RED AXES OF THE BORDER
9The God in the Bowl
77VII. — THE DEVIL IN THE FIRE
10The Tower of the Elephant
78VIII. — CONAJOHARA NO MORE
11CHAPTER I
79I. — THE PAINTED MEN
12CHAPTER II
80II. — MEN FROM THE SEA
13CHAPTER III
81III. — THE COMING OF THE BLACK MAN
14Rogues in the House
82IV. — A BLACK DRUM DRONING
15CHAPTER I
83V. — A MAN FROM THE WILDERNESS
16CHAPTER II
84VI. — THE PLUNDER OF THE DEAD
17CHAPTER III
85VIII. — MEN OF THE WOODS
18Shadows in the Moonlight (Iron Shadows in the Moon)
86VIII. — A PIRATE RETURNS TO THE SEA
19CHAPTER I
87Red Nails
20CHAPTER II
88I. — THE SKULL ON THE CRAG
21CHAPTER III
89II. — BY THE BLAZE OF THE FIRE JEWELS
22CHAPTER IV
90III. — THE PEOPLE OF THE FEUD
23Black Colossus
91IV. — SCENT OF BLACK LOTUS
24CHAPTER I
92V. — TWENTY RED NAILS
25CHAPTER II
93VI. — THE EYES OF TASCELA
26CHAPTER III
94VII. — HE COMES FROM THE DARK
27CHAPTER IV
95Jewels of Gwahlur (The Teeth of Gwahlur)
28Queen of the Black Coast
96I. — PATHS OF INTRIGUE
29I. — CONAN JOINS THE PIRATES
97II. — A GODDESS AWAKENS
30II. — THE BLACK LOTUS
98III. — THE RETURN OF THE ORACLE
31III. — THE HORROR IN THE JUNGLE
99IV. — THE TEETH OF GWAHLUR
32IV. — THE ATTACK FROM THE AIR
100The Phoenix on the Sword
33V. — THE FUNERAL PYRE
101CHAPTER I
34The Slithering Shadow (Xuthal of the Dusk)
102CHAPTER II
35CHAPTER I
103CHAPTER III
36CHAPTER II
104CHAPTER IV
37CHAPTER III
105CHAPTER V
38A Witch Shall Be Born
106The Scarlet Citadel
39I. — THE BLOOD-RED CRESCENT
107CHAPTER I
40II. — THE TREE OF DEATH
108CHAPTER II
41III. — A LETTER TO NEMEDIA
109CHAPTER III
42IV. — WOLVES OF THE DESERT
110CHAPTER IV
43V. — THE VOICE FROM THE CRYSTAL
111CHAPTER V
44VI. — THE VULTURE'S WINGS
112I. — O SLEEPER, AWAKE!
45The Devil in Iron
113II. — THE BLACK WIND BLOWS
46CHAPTER I
114III. — THE CLIFFS REEL
47CHAPTER II
115IV. — "FROM WHAT HELL HAVE YOU CRAWLED?"
48CHAPTER III
116V. — THE HAUNTER OF THE PITS
49CHAPTER IV
117VI. — THE THRUST OF A KNIFE
50CHAPTER V
118VII. — THE RENDING OF THE VEIL
51CHAPTER VI
119VIII. — DYING EMBERS
52I. — DEATH STRIKES A KING
120IX. — "IT IS THE KING OR HIS GHOST!"
53II. — A BARBARIAN FROM THE HILLS
121X. — A COIN FROM ACHERON
54III. — KHEMSA USES MAGIC
122XI. — SWORDS OF THE SOUTH
55IV. — AN ENCOUNTER IN THE PASS
123XII. — THE FANG OF THE DRAGON
56V. — THE BLACK STALLION
124XIII. — "A GHOST OUT OF THE PAST"
57VI. — THE MOUNTAIN OF THE BLACK SEERS
125XIV. — THE BLACK HAND OF SET
58VII. — ON TO YIMSHA
126XV. — THE RETURN OF THE CORSAIR
59VIII. — YASMINA KNOWS STARK TERROR
127XVI. — BLACK-WALLED KHEMI
60IX. — THE CASTLE OF THE WIZARDS
128XVII. — "HE HAS SLAIN THE SACRED SON OF SET!"
61X. — YASMINA AND CONAN
129XVIII. — "I AM THE WOMAN WHO NEVER DIED"
62Shadows in Zamboula (Man-Eaters of Zamboula)
130XIX. — IN THE HALL OF THE DEAD
63I. — A DRUM BEGINS
131XX. — OUT OF THE DUST SHALL ACHERON ARISE
64II. — THE NIGHT SKULKERS
132XXI. — DRUMS OF PERIL
65III. — BLACK HANDS GRIPPING
133XXII. — THE ROAD TO ACHERON
66IV. — DANCE, GIRL, DANCE!
134Analysis
67The Pool of the Black One
135Reflection
68CHAPTER I
136Memorable Quotes