Robert E. Howard

The Cairn on the Headland (eBook, ePUB)

Ancient Evil, Heroic Adventure, and Supernatural Forces in the Bleak Landscape

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In Robert E. Howard's haunting poem "The Cairn on the Headland," the reader is transported to a landscape steeped in both mystery and melancholy. This evocative work reflects a distinct blend of lyrical beauty and dark imagination, characteristic of Howard's broader literary style. Written against the backdrop of early 20th-century Romanticism and influenced by the burgeoning pulp genre, the poem deftly captures themes of loss, memory, and the eternal struggle between man and the inexorable passage of time, framed by the stark imagery of a solitary cairn standing sentinel against the sea. Robert E. Howard, widely known for his creation of the sword and sorcery genre, was a multifaceted writer whose works often drew from his deep appreciation for mythology and history. Born in 1906 in Texas, Howard's fierce sense of individuality and affinity for the untamed elements of nature influenced his poetic vision. His experiences in the rugged landscapes of west Texas and his fascination with ancient cultures deeply informed the thematic currents running through his poetry, inviting readers to explore profound existential queries amid vivid landscapes. This poem merits the attention of both Howard enthusiasts and newcomers alike, serving as a poignant example of his lesser-known lyrical prowess. "The Cairn on the Headland" invites readers to meditate on the transience of life and the profound connections that bind humanity to both history and nature. Through its compelling imagery and reflective tone, this work promises to resonate with those who seek deeper meaning within the interplay of memory and the passage of time.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 20
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066455057
• Artikelnr.: 61610226

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.