The Toy Rattle Murder Case by (Jack) A.S.S. Von Swine. A murder mystery parody. From a letter to Tevis Clyde Smith, circa May 1932.
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Aug
Search Results for: The Man on the Ground
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THE TOWER OF THE ELEPHANT is one of the original short stories starring the fictional sword and sorcery hero Conan the Cimmerian, written by American author Robert E. Howard. Set in the pseudo-historical Hyborian Age, it concerns Conan infiltrating a perilous tower to steal a fabled gem from an evil sorcerer named Yara. Its unique insights into the Hyborian world and atypical science fiction elements have led the story to be considered a classic of Conan lore and is often cited by Howard scholars as one of his best tales.
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The Thing on the Roof first appeared in the February 1932 issue of Weird Tales. Howard sold it to Weird Tales for $40.00, but later said he would have let it go for free, just to see it in print. He was quite fond of it. The story is set in the early 1930’s, and focuses on the legend surrounding the Temple of the Toad God. Howard’s occult tome, Nameless Cults plays a big part in the story.
“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.
“The Splendid Brute,” a short story by Robert E. Howard, showcases a rough and tumble narrative set in the early 20th century America, reflective of the socio-cultural attitudes and the rugged individualism prevalent during Howard’s time. The story revolves around Mike Costigan, a character who embodies the untamed, raw energy of a man living on the fringes of society, exuding a blend of charm and danger that defines his interactions and the course of the story. It is a 1300-words incomplete story.
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The Spirit of Tom Molyneaux. There exists two typescripts for this story. The first corresponds to the final version submitted to FIGHT STORIES and ARGOSY. It is written in the third person and the ghostly elements are less marked.
The second typescript is written in the first person and the supernatural element is more pronounced. Howard used the name John Taverel for this story. Alternate title: The Spirit of Tom Molyneaux.
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Spanish Gold on Devil Horse. This is a 2-part serial (45 pages) that was submitted to Argosy and Adventure but rejected by both in 1928.
Partial synopsis of SONS OF HATE. Featuring the private detectives Butch Gorman and Brent Kirby.
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Some people who have had an influence over me. Written on February 7, 1922, when Howard attended Cross Plains High School.
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The Slugger’s Game is a Sailor Steve Costigan short story by Robert E. Howard. It was originally published in the May 1934 issue of Jack Dempsey’s Fight Magazine.