“The Vultures of Whapeton,” the first comic book release by Conquest Press, is an important piece in the collection of Robert E. Howard’s comic adaptations. It showcases Steve Gan’s art and David C. Smith’s adaptation of Howard’s story. Additionally, the comic features an article by Fred Blosser, providing further insight into Howard’s work.

In summary, the main characters are the lawman Corcoran, the corrupt sheriff Middleton, Colonel Hopkins leading the vigilantes, Glory Bland the love interest, and McNab, Brent, Miller, and Gorman who are members of the outlaw Vultures gang.

Contents

  • 1 • The Vultures of Whapeton • graphic adaptation. Written adaptation David C. Smith and illustrated by Steve Gan. Lettering by Susan Dorne.
  • 33 • Vultures of Whapeton • article by Fred Blosser.
Publisher :Conquest Press
Year :May 1991
Book No.:None
Format :Comic Book (7×10 inches, black & white, saddle-stapled)
Pages :36 including front and back
Cover :Front: Marcus Boas
Back: 
Steve Gan
Illustrations :Steve Gan

Notes

Edited by Alphonso D.J. Alphonso. The first comic book published by Conquest Press.

Howard Works

The entire series by Conquest Press

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