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. Howard
Length42h 24m
About this audiobook
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 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
71CHAPTER III
2Introduction
72Beyond the Black River
3Author Biography
73I. — CONAN LOSES HIS AX
4Historical Context
74II. — THE WIZARD OF GWAWELA
5Synopsis (Selection)
75III. — THE CRAWLERS IN THE DARK
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6Cimmeria - A Poem
76IV. — THE BEASTS OF ZOGAR SAG
7The Hyborian Age
77V. — THE CHILDREN OF JHEBBAL SAG
8The Frost Giant's Daughter (Gods of the North)
78VI. — RED AXES OF THE BORDER
9The God in the Bowl
79VII. — THE DEVIL IN THE FIRE
10The Tower of the Elephant
80VIII. — CONAJOHARA NO MORE
11CHAPTER I
81The Black Stranger
12CHAPTER II
82I. — THE PAINTED MEN
13CHAPTER III
83II. — MEN FROM THE SEA
14Rogues in the House
84III. — THE COMING OF THE BLACK MAN
15CHAPTER I
85IV. — A BLACK DRUM DRONING
16CHAPTER II
86V. — A MAN FROM THE WILDERNESS
17CHAPTER III
87VI. — THE PLUNDER OF THE DEAD
18Shadows in the Moonlight (Iron Shadows in the Moon)
88VIII. — MEN OF THE WOODS
19CHAPTER I
89VIII. — A PIRATE RETURNS TO THE SEA
20CHAPTER II
90Red Nails
21CHAPTER III
91I. — THE SKULL ON THE CRAG
22CHAPTER IV
92II. — BY THE BLAZE OF THE FIRE JEWELS
23Black Colossus
93III. — THE PEOPLE OF THE FEUD
24CHAPTER I
94IV. — SCENT OF BLACK LOTUS
25CHAPTER II
95V. — TWENTY RED NAILS
26CHAPTER III
96VI. — THE EYES OF TASCELA
27CHAPTER IV
97VII. — HE COMES FROM THE DARK
28Queen of the Black Coast
98Jewels of Gwahlur (The Teeth of Gwahlur)
29I. — CONAN JOINS THE PIRATES
99I. — PATHS OF INTRIGUE
30II. — THE BLACK LOTUS
100II. — A GODDESS AWAKENS
31III. — THE HORROR IN THE JUNGLE
101III. — THE RETURN OF THE ORACLE
32IV. — THE ATTACK FROM THE AIR
102IV. — THE TEETH OF GWAHLUR
33V. — THE FUNERAL PYRE
103The Phoenix on the Sword
34The Slithering Shadow (Xuthal of the Dusk)
104CHAPTER I
35CHAPTER I
105CHAPTER II
36CHAPTER II
106CHAPTER III
37CHAPTER III
107CHAPTER IV
38A Witch Shall Be Born
108CHAPTER V
39I. — THE BLOOD-RED CRESCENT
109The Scarlet Citadel
40II. — THE TREE OF DEATH
110CHAPTER I
41III. — A LETTER TO NEMEDIA
111CHAPTER II
42IV. — WOLVES OF THE DESERT
112CHAPTER III
43V. — THE VOICE FROM THE CRYSTAL
113CHAPTER IV
44VI. — THE VULTURE'S WINGS
114CHAPTER V
45The Devil in Iron
115The Hour of the Dragon (Conan the Conqueror)
46CHAPTER I
116I. — O SLEEPER, AWAKE!
47CHAPTER II
117II. — THE BLACK WIND BLOWS
48CHAPTER III
118III. — THE CLIFFS REEL
49CHAPTER IV
119IV. — "FROM WHAT HELL HAVE YOU CRAWLED?"
50CHAPTER V
120V. — THE HAUNTER OF THE PITS
51CHAPTER VI
121VI. — THE THRUST OF A KNIFE
52The People of the Black Circle
122VII. — THE RENDING OF THE VEIL
53I. — DEATH STRIKES A KING
123VIII. — DYING EMBERS
54II. — A BARBARIAN FROM THE HILLS
124IX. — "IT IS THE KING OR HIS GHOST!"
55III. — KHEMSA USES MAGIC
125X. — A COIN FROM ACHERON
56IV. — AN ENCOUNTER IN THE PASS
126XI. — SWORDS OF THE SOUTH
57V. — THE BLACK STALLION
127XII. — THE FANG OF THE DRAGON
58VI. — THE MOUNTAIN OF THE BLACK SEERS
128XIII. — "A GHOST OUT OF THE PAST"
59VII. — ON TO YIMSHA
129XIV. — THE BLACK HAND OF SET
60VIII. — YASMINA KNOWS STARK TERROR
130XV. — THE RETURN OF THE CORSAIR
61IX. — THE CASTLE OF THE WIZARDS
131XVI. — BLACK-WALLED KHEMI
62X. — YASMINA AND CONAN
132XVII. — "HE HAS SLAIN THE SACRED SON OF SET!"
63Shadows in Zamboula (Man-Eaters of Zamboula)
133XVIII. — "I AM THE WOMAN WHO NEVER DIED"
64I. — A DRUM BEGINS
134XIX. — IN THE HALL OF THE DEAD
65II. — THE NIGHT SKULKERS
135XX. — OUT OF THE DUST SHALL ACHERON ARISE
66III. — BLACK HANDS GRIPPING
136XXI. — DRUMS OF PERIL
67IV. — DANCE, GIRL, DANCE!
137XXII. — THE ROAD TO ACHERON
68The Pool of the Black One
138Analysis
69CHAPTER I
139Reflection
70CHAPTER II
140Memorable Quotes
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