“A Student of Sockology” is a lively tale of courage, wit, and the unexpected intersections between academia and the rough-and-tumble world of professional boxing. The story follows Sailor Steve Costigan, a formidable figure known for his prowess in both seamanship and fisticuffs, as he inadvertently becomes entangled in the affairs of Camberton University.
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“A Korean Night” is a slightly different, earlier original draft of the Costigan version.
“The Slayer” is an unfinished (1500 words) story that explores the political and supernatural dynamics among the Masai tribes in Africa. The narrative follows the protagonist, a young white man, as he becomes entangled in the struggle between two rival Masai chiefs, Kovaro and Ka’saangu.
In “The Road of Azrael,” the Turkish warrior, Kosru Malik, recounts his adventure with the Frankish knight, Sir Eric de Cogan. The knight has ventured into the dangerous lands beyond the Crusader states in search of his kidnapped beloved, Ettaire.
“Incongruity” is an unfinished story (1500 words) that explores the disturbing influence of a sinister artist, Nickolo Karli, over a young American woman, Mildred Hanlon. Set against the backdrop of Paris and the French Riviera, the story delves into themes of obsession, manipulation, and the dark side of artistic ambition. Vivid descriptions and psychological depth create an atmosphere of both fascination and horror.
Alternate Titles: ‘The Yellow Cobra’, ‘Sailor Dorgan and the Yellow Cobra’, ‘Sailor Costigan and the Yellow Cobra’, ‘A Night Ashore’ and ‘A Korean Night’. Featuring Sailor Steve Costigan.
“The Fangs of the Yellow Cobra” is the earliest complete draft of the story “The Yellow Cobra”.
First published in Red Shadows, Grant, 1968. In the Black Forest Kane tells John Silent, an English mercenary, that he cut down a boy from the local Baron’s gibbet. Both men head to the Baron’s castle for a reckoning.
Bodo Schäfer has done several Robert E. Howard-related illustration. Many of them for Writer of the Dark, produced by Thomas Kovacs.
The professional career of Greg Staples began in 1990 with work for Britain’s premier comic ‘2000AD’, debuting with the famous British character ‘Judge Dredd’. This character has been a recurring theme in Staples’ work ever since. His tenure at ‘2000AD’ opened doors to various projects, including concept design artwork for film, television, and games. Staples became known for his work on the popular card game ‘Magic: The Gathering’. Over the years, he has been a concept artist on several films, including ‘World War Z’, ‘Doomsday’, ‘Hellboy’, and ‘Dredd’.