Howard, Robert E. Biography

Robert E. Howard was an American author known for his works in the pulp fiction and fantasy genres. He was born in Texas in 1906 and passed away in 1936.Howard's most notable works include the "Conan the Barbarian" series, which follows the adventures of a fierce warrior in a world of magic and monsters, and the "Solomon Kane" series, which follows the adventures of a Puritan avenger who fights against evil in various forms.Howard's writing is known for its action-packed storytelling, vivid descriptions, and exploration of themes such as heroism, honor, and the nature of evil. He is often credited with creating the "sword and sorcery" subgenre of fantasy, and his works have had a lasting influence on popular culture.In addition to his writing, Howard was also known for his correspondence with other writers, including H.P. Lovecraft and Clark Ashton Smith. He continues to be recognized as an important and influential figure in the pulp fiction and fantasy genres.

Books by Howard, Robert E.

Conan The Barbarian: Conan – the name conjures up images of swords, bare chests, sweat, blood and lots of furs (like a non-campy version of Dolf Lungren's He-Man). It's hard to believe that...
The Bloody Crown Of Conan: In his hugely influential and tempestuous career, Robert E. Howard created the genre that came to be known as sword and sorcery—and brought to life one of fantasy’s boldest and...
The Conquering Sword Of Conan: This volume completes the set of Howard's Conan stories with some of his finest work, including "Beyond the Black River" and "Red Nails" alongside rare early drafts and synopses.
Conan The Barbarian: When someone mentions Sword and Sorcery, what comes to mind is Conan the Barbarian, arguably the greatest representation of the genre. It’s true that the story of Conan has been...
Conan Of Cimmeria:
Conan The Freebooter:
Conan The Wanderer:
Conan The Warrior:
Conan The Usurper:
Conan The Invincible:
Conan The Magnificent: Amid the savage crags of the Kezankian Mountains, Conan is stalked by the sultry huntress Jondra, sought by the lovely thief Tamira, and caught between the Army of Zamora and...
Conan The Unconquered: "Numerous authors have penned Conan yarns down the years--none with more consistency or better technique than Jordan."--Kirkus Reviews Conan defies the sorcerous power of the Cult of Doom for the...
Conan The Defender: As revolution brews in the shadowy streets of Belverus, Conan braves the traps and treacheries of the Royal Palace of the Dragon. Pursued by the luscious and shameless Sularia, the...
Conan Of The Isles:
Conan The Liberator: The hour of darkness was upon Aquilonia, proudest kingdom of the great Hyborian world. Brave men cowered, for a madman wore the crown. Now mighty Conan, sword in hand, girded...
Conan Of Venarium: A new Conan adventure--from one of today's most popular writers of fantasy and SF! For decades, millions of readers have thrilled to the adventures of Conan, the barbarian adventurer invented...
Conan The Swordsman: The barbarian giant of the savage Hyborian world follows his quest to protect kingdoms from deadly adversaries.
Conan The Defiant: Before avenging a friend's death, the youthful Conan must battle undead warriors and Men With No Eyes--two formidable factions seeking the Source of Light, a talisman that can make Neg...
Conan Indomitable: All Conan wants to do is make his way in peace, but the evil necromancer Katamy Rey has named him as his next victim
Conan The Free Lance: Dimma, the Mist Mage, knows nothing of Conan, but the vile necromancer's plans require his death. Thayla, beautiful Queen of the Pili, would rather take Conan to her bed, but...
Conan The Mercenary:
Sword Of Skelos:
Conan The Fearless:
The Savage: A boy tells about a story he wrote when dealing with his father's death about a savage kid living in a ruined chapel in the woods--and the tale about the...
Conan The Gladiator: When Conan puts Roganthus the Strongman out of commission in a street brawl he soon finds himself drawn in by the slender Sathilda and her pet panther as part of...
Conan And The Emerald Lotus: A sorcerer has cast a deadly spell on Conan, hoping to harness the mighty Cimmerian's skills for his own evil purposes. Conan's only resource is to ally himself with the...
Conan The Renegade: Conan works as a mercenary for Prince Ivor, of Koth, who plans to depose his wicked uncle, King Strabonus
Conan And The Manhunters: The king of Turan's viceroy, Torgut Khan, is using the newly rebuilt temple of the evil god Ahriman as a treasury. With a bandit crew, Conan resolves to steal the...
Conan: The Conan books are classics that helped form the early fantasy genre during the 30's, and along with Karl Wagner's Kane books and Fafhrd and the Grey Mouser series, Howard's...