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Robert E. Howard
Conan The Freebooter
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Part of "Conan" series
"Conan the Freebooter" is a collection of short stories by Robert E. Howard, featuring his iconic character, Conan the Barbarian. This book, first published in 1955, is a must-read for fans of sword and sorcery fiction. The stories in "Conan the Freebooter" showcase Howard's ability to create vivid, imaginative worlds filled with danger, mystery, and adventure. The tales within this volume are set in the Hyborian Age, a fictional era that Howard created, which is populated by a variety of cultures, races, and creatures. Conan, a Cimmerian by birth, is a wandering warrior who travels from one end of the world to the other, encountering all manner of challenges and adversaries along the way. In "The Frost-Giant's Daughter," Conan is pursued across a frozen wasteland by a beautiful but deadly goddess. In "Shadows in the Moonlight," he battles a monstrous serpent while trying to rescue a princess from a sinister cult. And in "The Devil in Iron," Conan faces off against an invincible robot wielding a magical sword. What sets Howard's Conan stories apart from other sword and sorcery tales is the depth and complexity of his characters. Conan is not just a muscle-bound brute; he is a cunning and resourceful warrior who is capable of both great acts of heroism and terrible acts of violence. He is a man of action, but he is also a man of honor and compassion. "Conan the Freebooter" is a thrilling and exhilarating read, filled with epic battles, treacherous villains, and powerful magic. It is a book that will transport you to a world of adventure and excitement, and leave you eager for more. Whether you are a longtime fan of Conan or new to the world of sword and sorcery fiction, "Conan the Freebooter" is a book that is not to be missed...
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