Verhalen van de nieuwe tijd: De Weg naar Nirwana
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Bundel fantasyverhalen, afgewisseld met korte essays over het genre fantasy.







Bundel fantasyverhalen, afgewisseld met korte essays over het genre fantasy.
Wanneer Conan, de koning van een mythisch koninkrijk ten val is gebracht gaat hij op zoek naar een magische steen om zijn rijk te heroveren.
Slyšte! Pět rudých hřebů zarazím do pilíře pomsty! Legendární válečník Conan se v divokém pralese obývaném smrtícími ještěry setkává s krásnou pirátkou Valerií z Rudého bratrstva. Spolu nacházejí město se zdmi z drahokamů, v němž zuří nelítostný boj. A nejsou to jen lidé z masa a kostí, kterým se oba hrdinové musejí postavit... Z angličtiny přeložil Jan Kantůrek.
A collection of Robert E. Howard's Cthulhu Fiction featuring stories about Howard's Cthulhu Mythos scholar John Kirowan along with classic Howard characters Bran Mak Morn and Kull the Conqueror, and others.
The book offers a glimpse into the early writing style and personality of Robert E. Howard, showcasing his diverse interests in poetry, boxing, and folk songs. Through intimate letters, readers witness Howard's development as a writer, crafting poems, dramas, and parodies while expressing his views on political, social, and philosophical issues. These letters also reveal details of his everyday life, providing a personal connection to Howard as he was known to his friends and family, making it a unique exploration of the man behind the stories.
In a meteoric career that covered only a dozen years, Robert E. Howard defined the sword-and-sorcery genre. In doing so, he brought to life the archetypal adventurer known to millions around the world as Conan the barbarian.Witness, then, Howard at his finest, and Conan at his most savage, in the latest volume featuring the collected works of Robert E. Howard, lavishly illustrated by award-winning artist Greg Manchess. Prepared directly from the earliest known versions—often Howard’s own manuscripts—are such sword-and-sorcery classics as “The Servants of Bit-Yakin” (formerly published as “Jewels of Gwahlur”), “Beyond the Black River,” “The Black Stranger,” “Man-Eaters of Zamboula” (formerly published as “Shadows in Zamboula”), and, perhaps his most famous adventure of all, “Red Nails.”The Conquering Sword of Conan includes never-before-published outlines, notes, and story drafts, plus a new introduction, personal correspondence, and the revealing essay “Hyborian Genesis”—which chronicles the history of the creation of the Conan series. Truly, this is heroic fantasy at its finest.
Robert E. Howard's influence on the Sword and Sorcery genre is showcased in this collection of his finest tales. Featuring iconic characters like Conan and Kull, the anthology also highlights lesser-known heroes such as James Allison, who recalls his past lives as legendary warriors, and Cormac Mac Art, a Viking leader in Arthurian times. Included are captivating stories like "Kings of the Night," "The Dark Man," and "The Valley of the Worm," offering readers a rich tapestry of fantasy and adventure from Howard's imaginative world.
The collection of early letters offers a unique glimpse into Robert E. Howard's formative years as a writer. Through these correspondences, readers can explore his passion for poetry, boxing, and folk traditions, alongside his creative endeavors in various genres, including parodies and plays. The letters also reveal his perspectives on political, social, and philosophical matters, providing a deeper understanding of his character and daily life. This intimate portrayal allows fans to connect with Howard as his friends did, showcasing the man behind the stories.
The second volume of Collected Letters highlights Robert E. Howard's journey as a successful writer, showcasing his correspondence with contemporaries like H.P. Lovecraft. This collection includes early debates that illustrate the evolution of Howard's ideas and arguments. Additionally, it captures his deep affection for Texas, as he takes on the role of Raconteur, sharing stories of Texas history and life through his letters to Lovecraft, August Derleth, and others.