The Valley of the Worm

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Set in the James Allison series, the narrative explores the life of a Texan who reflects on his past incarnations as ancient heroes. Robert E. Howard, a pioneer of the sword and sorcery genre, infuses the story with themes of myth and violence, influenced by his upbringing in various Texan boomtowns. Known for creating the iconic character Conan the Cimmerian, Howard's work has had a lasting impact on fantasy literature and has inspired numerous adaptations, including famous films. The republished edition includes a new introductory biography.