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This Anthology of Cthulhu Mythos brings together 25 stories from two of the most influential authors in the horror genre, H. P. Lovecraft and Robert E. Howard. This anthology is a must-read for fans of horror and speculative fiction, offering a deep dive into the nightmarish worlds that have influenced generations of readers and writers. The combination of Lovecraft's cosmic horror and Howard's vivid imagination creates a compelling and terrifying journey into the unknown.

This collection comprises another 40 stories by and inspired by the originators of weird fiction. From White's seminal body-shocker, Lukundoo, through to Howard's dastardly Pigeons from Hell, and Benson's nightmarish The Room in The Tower. Time immemorial; worlds unimaginable.

Red Nails is Conan the Barbarian at his finest—battling a monstrous dragon, navigating an ancient, warring city, and facing dark sorcery alongside the fierce pirate Valeria. As betrayals mount and blood is spilled, Conan must fight his way to survival in Howard’s final, action-packed Conan story.

From Robert E. Howard's fertile imagination sprang some of fiction's greatest heroes, including Conan the Cimmerian, King Kull, and Solomon Kane. But of all Howard's characters, none embodied his creator's brooding temperament more than Bran Mak Morn, the last king of a doomed race.

Poussant un juron de panique, Conan fit jaillir son épée. "Crom ! Elle est vivante !" À ses mots, les longs cils noirs se soulevèrent et les yeux foncés s'ouvrirent pour le regarder... impénétrables, brillants, mystiques. Il resta ainsi à l'observer, muet de stupéfaction. L'oracle se redressa alors d'un geste souple sans quitter des yeux l'homme qui la regardait, comme ensorcelé. Conan est l'un des personnages de fiction les plus connus au monde. Robert E. Howard l'a créé en 1932 et avec lui, l'heroic fantasy.

"Les aventures de Conan" sont une épopée haute en couleur, regorgeant d'exploits en tout genre, de personnages plus grands que nature, de décors fabuleux. Mais elles furent réarrangées après la mort d'Howard selon une chronologie arbitraire, réécrites ou modifiées par d'autres auteurs. Il était temps de rendre son œuvre à son créateur en publiant l'intégrale des nouvelles de "Conan" dans leurs versions authentiques écrites par Robert E. Howard.

Aventurier errant et vagabond sur la Terre, Solomon Kane traque et tue impitoyablement ses ennemis dans un monde élisabéthain pris de folie: brigands et pirates, certes, mais aussi vampires et morts-vivants. Instrument de Dieu ou puritain fou habité par des forces qui le dépassent, qui est Solomon Kane? L'une des créations les plus originales de Robert E. Howard. Cette édition en deux exemplaires numériques, élaborée par Patrice Louinet, l'un des plus éminents spécialistes internationaux de Robert E. Howard et de son œuvre, contient l'intégralité́ des aventures.

Conan has become King of Aquilonia by slaying its previous king, Numedides. However, Numedides’ heir, Valerius, seeks to depose Conan and assume the throne using the dark powers of Xaltotun, an ancient sorcerer resurrected by Valerius. Follow Conan’s adventures through the lands of Hyboria to retrieve the magic Heart of Ahriman in order to defeat Xaltotun and regain his kingdom!

Robert E. Howard is best known today for his "sword-and-sorcery" stories. But in the early 1930s, he was a legend in boxing circles for his humorously over-the-top adventure stories starring the sailor Steve Costigan, champ of the sea girl - the toughest trading vessel on the seven seas. Steve Costigan is a mariner and amateur boxer, with a heart of gold and a head of solid wood.

Our ability to foresee and protect against natural catastrophes has never been greater; yet we consistently fail to heed the warnings and protect ourselves and our communities, with devastating consequences. What explains this contradiction? In The Ostrich Paradox, Wharton professors Robert Meyer and Howard Kunreuther draw on years of teaching and research to explain why disaster preparedness efforts consistently fall short.

Join Conan the Barbarian on a thrilling quest for the fabled Jewels of Gwahlur, hidden deep within a secret temple. As he pursues this legendary treasure, Conan encounters a series of perilous challenges. From cunning and formidable foes eager to see him skinned alive, to monstrous mutations bent on tearing him apart, danger lurks at every turn. But its not just the fierce adversaries; enchanting yet deadly women tempt him with their allure, each more beguiling than the last. Will Conan finally meet his match amidst the treachery and temptation? Will he be brought to his knees by his vile ...

Anthology of Cthulhu Mythos is a captivating collection that brings together the works of three legendary authors: H. P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, and Henry Kuttner. This anthology showcases over thirty stories that delve into the dark and mysterious realms of the Cthulhu Mythos, a universe filled with cosmic horrors, ancient deities, and existential dread.

A collection of Robert E. Howard's early tales, all of which appeared in Weird Tales Magazine between 1928 and 1932.

A spectacular collection of classic ghost stories from some of the masters of spooky fiction. 'On the Brighton Road' by Richard Middleton; 'A Ghost Story' by Mark Twain; 'The Everlasting Club' by Arthur Gray; 'The Snow' by Hugh Walpole; 'Rose Rose' by Barry Pain; 'The Ghost Ship' by Richard Middleton; 'The Bus Conductor' by E. F. Benson; 'The Tarn' by Hugh Walpole; 'The Diary of Mr. Poynter' by M. R. James.

When Olivia flees her captor and crosses paths with Conan, the two embark on a perilous journey to a mysterious island haunted by pirates, monstrous beasts, and ancient ruins. Filled with action, intrigue, and Howard’s vivid prose, this fantasy classic captures the raw clash between civilization and barbarism while exploring themes of power, loyalty, and survival.

When Conan flees tyranny and joins the infamous pirate queen Bêlit, their fiery romance ignites a saga of blood-soaked raids, supernatural horrors, and tragic destiny. Set against a backdrop of cursed rivers, haunted lands, and ruthless battles, this early 20th-century sword-and-sorcery classic blends high-seas adventure with themes of love, honor, and loss.

Robert E. Howard's Lord of Samarcand is an engaging tale of adventure and retribution set in a richly imagined medieval East. The story follows Donald MacDeesa, a determined Scottish warrior, as he navigates a world of conflict and ambition. His journey takes him from battle-scarred fields of the late Crusades to the imposing city of Samarcand, a hub of power and intrigue. Guided by Ak Boga, a steadfast Tatar warrior, Donald aligns himself with legendary conqueror Timur (Tamerlane), founder of the Timurid Empire, immersing himself in a realm of strategic battles and shifting loyalties.

Dans le dos des deux fugitifs, la tête gigantesque fendit les branches et creva la cime des arbres et, l'espace d'un instant effroyable, Conan et Valeria virent la tête de cauchemar s'encadrer au milieu des feuilles vertes, les yeux flamboyants et les mâchoires béantes. Puis les crocs géants claquèrent et se refermèrent sur le vide, et la tête se renfonça, disparaissant de leur vue comme si elle venait de s'enfoncer sous l'eau.

Fifty terrifying short stories from the great classic horror writers: 1. 'Pigeons from Hell' by Robert E. Howard 2. 'Pickman’s Model' by H. P. Lovecraft 3. 'The Horror Horn' by E. F. Benson 4. 'The Fearsome Touch of Death' by Robert E. Howard 5. 'The Terrible Old Man' by H. P. Lovecraft 6. 'The Step' by E. F. Benson 7. 'Dagon' by H. P. Lovecraft 8. 'The Dream Snake' by Robert E. Howard 9. 'Caterpillars' by E. F. Benson 10. 'The Clock' by W. F. Harvey 11. 'In the Forest of Villefore' by Robert E. Howard

Embark on a thrilling journey through the mystical and perilous world of the Himelian mountains in Robert E. Howard's classic tale, The People of the Black Circle. Narrated with gripping intensity by Mike Vendetti, this audiobook brings to life the epic saga of Conan the Cimmerian, a barbarian chief, and Yasmina Devi, the proud queen of Vendhya.