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

Solomon Kane was heading to Torkertown and had two routes to choose from a direct route across a moor, or a long tedious route through the swamps. Ignoring the warning of the villagers that he had just left behind, he decides that he will take the direct route across the moor. A young man of the village, seeing that Kane is heading towards the moor, rushes to beg him to please take the swamp route the next day instead of venturing through the moor at night.

In Der Garten der Angst erzählt Robert E. Howard ein weiteres Leben des unsterblich wiedergeborenen James Allison – diesmal als Hunwulf, Sohn der Arier: ein gewaltiger Krieger mit Löwenmähne und Feuersteinaxt, dessen Herz der strahlenden Gudrun gehört. Gemeinsam fliehen sie durch Tigerwälder, Schneepässe und Sturmwüsten, bis sie ein verborgenes Tal finden: ein Meer aus blutroten, fleischfressenden Blumen, reglos wie Grabmäuler, umschlossen von blauen Klippen und dominiert von einem unheimlichen grünen Turm.

In this adventure Conan is the leader of the beautiful Queen’s army, but is quickly thrown down from his lofty position by witchcraft. His quest for revenge starts with his crucifixion.

Robert E. Howard's classic barbarian swords man, Conan of Cimmeria, pits his muscles his will and his sword against a demon from the void who has come to his world in search of power and possesses a body of living iron. Meanwhile, Conan continues to disrupt and harry the expansion of the Turanian Empire. Full-cast audiobook with strategic sound effects to help create the ambiance of the Hyborean age.

Conan is working for pay as a soldier at the frontier fort of Tuscelan. While out scouting he saves the life of Balthus, and the two become embroiled in a fight for their lives and a war against the invading picts. Can Conan and Balthus defeat the evil sorcerer that has summoned ancient monsters and bound the pictish clans as never before?

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

Since the first appearance of a vampire in Robert Southey’s Thalaba the Destroyer, we mortals have endured a morbid fascination with these peculiar creatures of the night. They come in many forms: charming and seductive; ghastly and terrible. Join us as we explore a number of classic yarns concerning the various guises of the vampire, from Aleksey Tolstoy’s horrifying description of a vampiric family to Robert E. Howard’s tale of a creature loosed from bondage after having been buried for over three centuries. Thank the gods these creatures are fictitious…aren’t they?

In Das verlorene Volk wandert Cororuc, ein keltischer Krieger, durch düstere Wälder und begegnet unheimlichen Gefahren: Räuber, ein verwundeter Wolf mit menschlichem Gang – und ein verborgenes Volk der Pikten, das Britannien einst beherrschte. Zwischen Schlacht, Intrigen und uralten Flüchen erfährt Cororuc von der einstigen Größe dieses Volkes – und überlebt nur dank Loyalität und Mut. Ein episches Fantasy-Hörbuch voller Spannung, Geheimnis und keltischer Legenden, meisterhaft gelesen von Benjamin Werner.

Immerse yourself in this gripping Conan tale, brimming with barbaric cunning, ancient magic, fierce battles, and the indomitable strength of the berserker. When Conan and the Free Companions are ambushed and slaughtered by the ruthless Shah Amurath, the formidable Lord of Akif, only Conan escapes by retreating into the mud of the marshes, scavenging for survival like a wild beast. Just when it seems that fortune has abandoned him, a chance for revenge arises, and he seizes it with relentless fury, devastating his foes. Alongside Olivia, a former princess of Koth, Conan narrowly escapes and ...

Dive into Hour of the Dragon, also known as Conan the Conqueror, a gripping fantasy novel by the legendary American writer Robert E. Howard. This enthralling tale features the iconic hero Conan the Cimmerian as he embarks on an epic journey filled with adventure, danger, and intrigue. Published in serial form in the esteemed pulp magazine Weird Tales from 1935 to 1936, this story stands as one of the last Conan narratives released before Howards tragic passing, though not the final one penned. Experience the thrilling world of sword and sorcery like never before!

In my opinion, this is the ultimate Conan novel. Set during Conans zenith as the king of Aquilonia, he faces a treacherous downfall orchestrated by dark, malevolent magic from Stygia. Resurrected from the depths of history, a 3,000-year-old sorcerer from the most wicked empire wreaks havoc, aiding Conans enemies in their quest for power. The story unfolds with gripping twists and turns as it follows the Heart of Arihman, a powerful and enigmatic jewel from another universe. Conan, ever the fierce warrior, fights back against overwhelming odds, encounters stunning women who both assist and ...

Conan ist König von Aquilonien – doch sein Thron steht auf einem Fundament aus Blut. Eine Kabale von Verschwörern erweckt den furchterregenden Hexenmeister Xaltotun von Acheron aus dem Todesschlaf. Gegen dessen schwarze Magie ist selbst Conans Schwertarm machtlos. Besiegt, entthront und in den Kerker geworfen, scheint Conans Schicksal besiegelt. Doch der Barbar gibt nicht auf. Um sein Königreich zurückzuerobern und die Welt vor Xaltotuns untoten Tyrannei zu retten, muss Conan das legendäre Herz von Ahriman finden – ein magisches Juwel von unvorstellbarer Macht.

Blutige Schlachten, uralte Götter und ein Monster jenseits aller Vorstellungskraft… In Das Tal des Wurms zieht Niord mit den Ariern durch dampfende Dschungel und zerklüftete Hügel. Zwischen Pikten-Kriegen, tödlichen Fallen und urzeitlichen Kreaturen lauert Satha, der Schlangengott, und ein weißer, pulsierender Wurm – größer als ein Mastodon, mit Tentakeln und glitzernden Facettenaugen. Niord kämpft mit Schwert, Speer und vergifteten Pfeilen gegen das namenlose Grauen und gibt sein Leben, um sein Volk zu beschützen.

The tale of The Frost-Giants Daughter stands as one of the earliest chronicles of Conans life, capturing the essence of his youth as a mercenary in the frosty lands of Nordheim, just north of his homeland, Cimmeria. In this gripping story, Conan finds himself as the sole survivor of a brutal battle on an icy plain, where eighty men have fallen in a fierce clash between Wulfheres Aesir warriors and the Vanir led by chieftain Bragi. As the exhausted Conan lies amidst the carnage, he is approached by the enchanting and haughty Atali, a semi-nude beauty draped in a gossamer veil that seems woven ...

The Grisly Horror by Robert E. Howard is a brutal, atmospheric tale of terror set deep within the shadow-choked swamps of Mississippi. When Bristol McGrath returns to his ancestral homeland after receiving a shocking telegram, he’s plunged into a world of dark family secrets, ancient curses, and a monstrous entity worshipped by a cult lost to time. As he searches for the woman he loves, McGrath must navigate a haunted landscape of decaying mansions, grotesque horrors, and the savage creature known only as Zemba.

Red Shadows plunges listeners into the brutal and supernatural world of Solomon Kane, one of Robert E. Howard’s most iconic pulp heroes. Driven by a fierce sense of justice—and a touch of righteous fury—Kane travels from storm-swept English coasts to the darkest depths of Africa, hunting evil wherever it hides. When the ruthless bandit Le Loup massacres innocent people, Kane swears vengeance and pursues him across continents, facing bloodthirsty raiders, treacherous jungles, curses, and powerful ju-ju magic.

Black Hound of Death plunges into the heart of Southern-gothic horror with one of Robert E. Howard’s most chilling tales. Set in the shadow-soaked pinelands of the American South, this story follows Kirby Garfield, a man racing against time to warn Richard Brent of a threat worse than any escaped convict: a monstrous being born of betrayal and ancient terror.

A Witch Shall Be Born by Robert E. Howard is a gripping sword-and-sorcery fantasy novella set in the ancient desert kingdom of Khauran. The story centers on twin sisters divided by fate—the noble Queen Taramis and her dark counterpart Salome, a witch marked by a blood-red crescent. When Salome returns from exile to seize the throne through deception and sorcery, the kingdom plunges into chaos.

Eine Schlange, die in deinen Träumen jagt... In Robert E. Howards Geschichte wird Faming immer wieder von dem selben Albtraum heimgesucht: In der afrikanischen Steppe wird er von einer seltsamen und riesigen Schlange verfolgt. Jede nach schleicht sie sich an ihn heran, doch bevor sie ihn erreicht, wacht er schweißgebadet auf. Was, wenn er nicht aufwacht? Eine düstere Geschichte in der Traum und Wirklichkeit verwischen.