Robert E. Howard

The Devil in Iron (eBook, ePUB)

A Dark Fantasy Tale of Power, Betrayal, and Ancient Relics

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Devil in Iron," Robert E. Howard masterfully weaves a tale of dark fantasy that deftly combines elements of horror, adventure, and sword-and-sorcery. Set within the mythic world of his famed character, Conan the Barbarian, the narrative unfolds with frenetic pacing and vivid imagery characteristic of Howard's unique literary style. The story delves into themes of civilization versus barbarism, the clash of cultures, and the ever-present shadow of sinister forces, drawing upon both historical context and a rich tapestry of imaginary mythologies that reflect the zeitgeist of the early 20th century pulp fiction scene. Robert E. Howard (1906-1936) is renowned for his prolific contributions to the genre of fantasy literature, and his life experiences greatly informed his writing. Growing up in Texas, he was steeped in local folklore and frontier history, which inspired his imaginative tales of adventure and valor. His correspondence with contemporaneous writers and his fascination with ancient civilizations and mythologies all contributed to the depth of his storytelling, particularly evident in works like "The Devil in Iron." Readers seeking an enthralling adventure will find "The Devil in Iron" both captivating and thought-provoking. Howard's seamless blend of suspenseful narrative and richly drawn characters offers a profound exploration of the human psyche amidst the primal struggles of existence, making this work essential for lovers of classic fantasy and those intrigued by the genre's mythological roots.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 31
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338087423
• Artikelnr.: 64078404

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.