The Annotated Guide to Robert E. Howard’s Weird Fantasy
The Annotated Guide to Robert E. Howard’s Weird Fantasy by Fred Blosser, published by Pulp Hero Press in September 2020, offers an in-depth examination of the diverse body of work by the influential author Robert E. Howard. This edition spans 204 pages and is presented in English, focusing on Howard’s contributions to the genre of weird fantasy, which includes a variety of tales featuring vampires, zombies, and supernatural elements, as well as his role in shaping modern heroic fantasy through iconic characters like Conan.
Readers will find a comprehensive analysis that includes summaries and critical insights into over 50 of Howard’s stories, ranging from well-known classics to lesser-known works. The book delves into themes of horror and the supernatural, providing new perspectives and commentary that enhance the understanding of Howard’s literary significance. This annotated guide serves as a valuable resource for both longtime fans of Howard’s fiction and newcomers seeking to explore the breadth of his imaginative storytelling.
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While Conan Was Sleeping…
Robert E. Howard laid much of the groundwork for modern heroic fantasy as creator of the immortal Conan. On an even broader canvas, he was an acclaimed master of weird fantasy in many forms, from vampire, zombie, and ghost tales to thrillers about exotic super-villains; from stories that helped define the legendary Cthulhu Mythos to the exploits of occult detectives; from science fiction to memorable fantasies about the supernatural in vivid settings of the American South and Southwest.
The Annotated Guide to Robert E. Howard’s Weird Fantasy scrutinizes this full range of Howard’s dark fiction by listing, summarizing, and critically analyzing more than 50 tales. Surveyed not only are widely anthologized horror classics like “Pigeons from Hell” and “The Black Stone,” but also many lesser-known tales that further illuminate Howard’s genius for creating “real emotions of spectral fear and dread suspense,” as the great H.P. Lovecraft said.
Whether you’ve read all of Robert E. Howard’s weird fiction, or even none of it at all, you’ll find new perspectives, incisive analysis, and engaging commentary in this definitive guide.
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