Robert E. Howard

People of the Dark (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

In 'People of the Dark' by Robert E. Howard, readers are thrown into a world of eerie mystery and ancient evil. The collection of short stories showcases Howard's vivid imagination and talent for crafting dark and suspenseful narratives. Each tale is filled with rich descriptions and intense atmosphere, drawing readers into a realm where danger lurks at every corner. With elements of horror and the occult, 'People of the Dark' exemplifies Howard's unique style and his ability to create captivating and unsettling worlds. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, these stories stand out as timeless classics of the weird fiction genre. Robert E. Howard, a master of pulp fiction and creator of the iconic character Conan the Barbarian, drew inspiration from his interest in history and mythology when writing 'People of the Dark'. His fascination with the supernatural and his passion for crafting gripping narratives shine through in this collection, appealing to fans of dark fantasy and horror literature. Howard's talent for blending elements of adventure and terror make 'People of the Dark' a must-read for those seeking thrilling and chilling tales that leave a lasting impression. For fans of weird fiction and dark fantasy, 'People of the Dark' is a literary gem that showcases Robert E. Howard's skill at crafting captivating and haunting tales. Dive into the shadows with Howard's chilling collection and prepare to be mesmerized by his macabre storytelling.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 20
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338077509
• Artikelnr.: 64077227

Autorenporträt

Robert E. (Ervin) Howard was born on January 22, 1906. He was interested in writing from an early age, and witnesses report seeing his first stories written as early as 9 years old. He mailed off his first submission to a publisher at 15 years of age. His first professional sale came three years later when "Spear and Fang," a cave man story, was accepted by Weird Tales, the pulp magazine with which all his greatest successes would be associated. Howard is best known as the "father of sword & sorcery," with his most famous creations-Conan, Solomon Kane, Bran Mak Morn, and Kull the Conqueror-sliding (some more easily than others) into that genre. However, in addition to the sterling success of these fantasy adventure tales, Howard's versatility allowed him to support himself as a professional writer. He would write more than 100 stories between 1924 and his death in 1936 at age 30. He published regularly and wrote in genres as varied as westerns, weird westerns, horror, modern adventure stories, boxing stories, sailing adventures, and even "spicy" romance stories. Of special interest to this volume is Howard's relationship to H.P. Lovecraft. Lovecraft, an elder statesman of the "weird fiction" genre, was an early contributor to Weird Tales, where Howard first encountered his fiction. Howard wrote an admiring letter to Lovecraft after reading "The Rats in the Walls," and eventually through their extended correspondence became part of the "Lovecraft Circle," a group of pulp writers joined primarily through H.P. Lovecraft's efforts, with Lovecraft as the hub. Howard and Lovecraft corresponded for years, debating the merits of the human conditions of barbarism and civilization. Lovecraft is best known for his stories of "the Great Old Ones," especially Cthulhu. This shared corpus of story ideas and ancient, pre-human history of Earth, became a shared mythic backdrop for many writers published in Weird Tales. Howard's contributions to this mythos are the focus of the current volume.