Fantastical Tales - The Ultimate Collection of Sword & Sorcery Action-Adventures, Time Travel & Mythical Worlds (eBook)

Journey Through Mythical Realms and Epic Adventures

Robert E. Howard (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2024
1659 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654781044-5 (EAN)

Infos

In "Fantastical Tales - The Ultimate Collection of Sword & Sorcery Action-Adventures, Time Travel & Mythical Worlds," Robert E. Howard masterfully weaves a tapestry of vibrant landscapes populated by fierce warriors, ancient deities, and otherworldly creatures. His prose is both evocative and thrilling, capturing the reader's imagination with fluid, energetic narratives that have established the sword and sorcery genre as a hallmark of speculative fiction. This collection spans various themes, from epic battles and heroic quests to complex explorations of time and mythology, showcasing Howard's ability to merge rich storytelling with intricate world-building, thus reflecting the broader literary context of early 20th-century pulp fiction. Robert E. Howard, a pioneering figure in American genre literature, was known for creating iconic characters like Conan the Barbarian. Growing up in the rural Southwest, Howard drew inspiration from both his personal experiences and an extensive reading habit that encompassed mythology, history, and classical literature. His tumultuous life and fervent imagination propelled him to explore themes of heroism, adventure, and the human condition, embracing the primal instincts that resonate throughout his works. This collection is essential for readers who enjoy gripping tales that challenge the boundaries of reality and fantasy. Whether you are a seasoned fan of sword and sorcery or a newcomer to Howard's oeuvre, "Fantastical Tales" provides a compelling journey through the exhilarating realms of adventure and myth, making it a must-read for anyone intrigued by the power of storytelling.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 14.1.2024
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: Action-Adventures • adventure fantasy collection • adventure novels • Classic Literature • epic character journeys • Epic Fantasy • Fantasy Fiction • Game of Thrones • high fantasy action • historical folklore elements • Karl Edward Wagner • larger-than-life heroes • Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children • mythical worlds • Outlander • Pulp Fiction • pulp fiction tales • Robert E. Howard • Supernatural Exploration • Sword and Sorcery • The Atlantis Gene • The Book of Kells • The Lord of the Rings • The Shifting Tides • Timebound • Time Travel • time travel adventures • Voyager