The haunter of the ring

Name: The haunter of the ring
Author: Robert E. Howard

By Robert E. Howard

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The narrator visits an occult scholar and listens as a young man describes escalating attempts on his life apparently carried out by his gentle wife, including a shove down a slope and a car driven at him; he wonders if he is being punished for a past-life crime and mentions an exotic dagger and a mysterious ring that seem linked to the phenomena. The scholar probes the story, and the tale unfolds into an investigation of dark powers that can possess or influence human will, raising themes of inherited guilt, unseen evil, and the tenuous boundary between mental disturbance and supernatural compulsion.

About the Author

Robert E. Howard

Robert E. Howard was an American author best known for his influential contributions to the sword and sorcery genre. He created the iconic character Conan the Barbarian, who first appeared in the story "The Phoenix on the Sword." Howard's work is characterized by its vivid imagery, fast-paced action, and a blend of fantasy and horror elements. His stories often explore themes of heroism, civilization versus barbarism, and the supernatural. Notable works include "A Witch Shall Be Born," "Queen of the Black Coast," and "Red Nails." Despite his brief career, Howard's legacy endures, inspiring countless writers and filmmakers in the fantasy genre.