Conan the Barbarian
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Conan the Barbarian
Two of the most famous contributors to the Conan legend write the official novel of CONAN THE BARBARIAN, the seminal fantasy film by John Milius.
Two of the most famous contributors to the Conan legend write the official novel of Conan the Barbarian, the seminal fantasy film by John Milius.
The official adaptation of Conan the Barbarian, the seminal film written by John Milius and Oliver Stone, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and James Earl Jones. In the novel by L. Sprague de Camp and Lin Carter, the Cimmerian youth Conan witnesses the death of his parents at the hands of Thulsa Doom, a priest of Set.
Enslaved, he is trained as a gladiator. Gaining his freedom, he allies with Subotai, a Hyrkanian archer, and a skilled swordswoman thief named Valeria. Together they raid the Tower of the Serpent, then Conan breaks away to seek the cult of Doomβand revenge on the sorcerer who leads it.
Series: Conan
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Conan the Barbarian by Lin Carter and L. Sprague de Camp is celebrated for its spellbinding appeal to fans of fantasy adventure. The tale is marked by iconic scenes and a remarkable musical score, with the film adaptation noted for its technical brilliance and compelling lead performance. Described as a thrilling and fascinating adaptation, it remains a standout in the realm of sword-and-sorcery narratives.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781803365251
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 31 October 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Titan Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 181
About the Author
Beginning in 1937, L. Sprague De Camp was a major figure in SF and fantasy with novels that included the acclaimed Lest Darkness Fall. A member of the Swordsmen and Sorcerers Guild of America, he championed the Conan adventures beginning with the Gnome Press hardcovers in the 1950s. The 1960s Lancer paperbacks paired him with author Lin Carter, who also was the editor for the influential Ballantine Adult Fantasy series.
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