Robert E. Howard

Red Blades of Black Cathay (eBook, ePUB)

Sword and Sorcery Tales of Dark Magic and Heroic Fantasy

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Red Blades of Black Cathay," Robert E. Howard crafts a thrilling narrative steeped in the lush, intricate world of high fantasy. This story features the bold warrior Kull of Atlantis, navigating through treachery, dark sorcery, and the brutal landscape of Black Cathay. Howard'Äôs signature prose is rich with vivid imagery and evocative language, immersing readers in a tapestry of violence, adventure, and metaphysical intrigue that links to the broader literary movement of early 20th-century pulp fiction. The narrative reflects Howard'Äôs masterful blend of action and philosophical reflection, exploring themes of destiny and the struggle against man'Äôs primal nature amid a backdrop of mythical ferocity. Robert E. Howard, the prolific American author and creator of the Conan the Barbarian series, often drew upon his fascination with history, mythology, and the exotic landscapes of the East. Raised in a small Texas town, Howard's passion for storytelling was ignited by classic literature and a keen interest in adventure. His experiences with the cultural idiosyncrasies of his time, along with the impact of world events, influenced his conception of fierce, courageous heroes and the dark forces they face. Howard'Äôs unique perspective and dynamic characterizations found full expression in this captivating tale. "Red Blades of Black Cathay" is an essential read for enthusiasts of fantasy literature and sword-and-sorcery subgenres. Its complex characters and thrilling plotlines create an unforgettable tapestry that examines the depths of human courage and ambition amidst fantastical challenges. Readers searching for a thrilling foray into Howard's imaginative world will find this story not only entertaining but also a profound exploration of human tenacity in the face of insurmountable odds.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 29
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338087843
• Artikelnr.: 64078084

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.