The Coming of Conan the Cimmerian

by Robert E. Howard
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Good Books rating 4.23
Fantasy, Political, Military, Adventure
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  • ID: 9391
  • Added: 2025-12-24
  • Updated: 2025-12-24
  • ISBN: 9780345461513
  • Publisher: National Geographic Books
  • Published: 2003-12-02
  • Reviews: 3

Conan, one of the greatest fictional heroes ever created, is a swordsman who traverses the lands of the Hyborian Age, facing powerful sorcerers, deadly creatures, and ruthless armies. This collection features Howard's first thirteen Conan stories, including classics like 'The Tower of the Elephant' and 'Queen of the Black Coast,' as well as previously unpublished material and a map of Conan's world drawn by the author himself. /n/n The book offers a glimpse into the mind of Robert E. Howard, whose bold storytelling style has been imitated by many but equaled by none. It includes timeless tales featuring Conan in various roles, from a raw and dangerous youth to a commander of armies, showcasing the evolution of this iconic character.

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The P. Smiths · 2023-07-10
fantastic 4.50

The collection is beautifully illustrated and presents Howard's texts in the order they were written. The biographical notes and literary criticism add depth to the reading experience.

This volume is a treasure trove for fans of Conan the Barbarian. The reviewer appreciated the careful presentation of Howard's texts in the order they were written, which provides a unique perspective on the evolution of the character. The beautiful illustrations and the inclusion of biographical notes and literary criticism enhance the reading experience, making it a must-have for any Conan enthusiast. They also noted that the stories are as thrilling and engaging as ever, with Howard's signature style shining through.

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    Howard's texts, in the order Howard wrote them, and beautifully illustrated.

    Of the three volumes by Del Rey, this is my favorite.

    The volume comes with excellent biographical notes, reproductions of Howard's maps, and literary criticism.

The Storygraph · 2023-01-01
intriguing 4.20

The collection is filled with cosmic horror themes, which add a unique twist to the traditional Conan stories. The writing is thrilling and the action is non-stop.

This collection of Conan stories is a delightful surprise, especially for fans of cosmic horror. The reviewer was pleasantly surprised by the hefty dose of cosmic horror themes, which add a unique twist to the traditional Conan tales. The writing is thrilling, and the action is non-stop, making it a great read for fans of the genre. They also noted that the stories are well-paced and the characters are well-developed, making it a memorable reading experience.

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    I was pleasantly surprised by the hefty dose of cosmic horror themes.

    Which shouldn't have been a surprise considering Howard was a colleague of HP Lovecraft.

    The writing is thrilling and the action is non-stop.

The Literary Omnivore · 2011-07-27
exciting 4.00

The stories are satisfyingly cheesy and violent, with a memorable voice for Conan. The writing is engaging and the action is thrilling.

This collection of Conan stories is a wild ride from start to finish. The reviewer loved the cheesy, violent nature of the tales, which perfectly capture the essence of Conan the Barbarian. They particularly enjoyed the unique voice given to Conan, which adds a layer of authenticity to the stories. The action is non-stop, and the writing is engaging, making it a great read for fans of the genre. However, they also noted that some of the stories feel a bit dated, but overall, it's a thrilling and enjoyable collection.

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    It looks like it's going to be satisfyingly cheesy and violent, and Momoa's Conan voice is awesome.

    I wish I could do that.

    The writing is engaging and the action is thrilling.

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