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The hills of the dead

By Robert E. Howard
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The story follows Solomon Kane, a somber wanderer who accepts a fetish stave from an elderly West African voodoo priest and follows an irresistible lure into a sun-scorched wilderness. He encounters ominous signs—corpses, circling vultures, a swift serpentlike predator—and rescues a hunted girl from a lion, then presses toward bare hills where burial places and occult forces await. The narrative mixes tense frontier adventure with supernatural menace, exploring obsession, fate, and the uneasy encounter between tribal magic and the lone stranger.

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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.

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