Conan Stories
What is Conan Stories about?
This collection of Robert E. Howard’s Conan stories presents the adventures of Conan the Barbarian, one of fantasy literature’s most iconic characters. A Cimmerian warrior in the Hyborian Age, Conan fights his way from thief to king across a world of ancient civilizations, dark sorcery, and savage combat. Howard’s visceral prose, breakneck pacing, and atmospheric world-building created a new genre—sword and sorcery—that influenced countless writers, filmmakers, and game designers. These stories remain among the most exciting and influential works in fantasy fiction.
Main themes in Conan Stories
Conan the Barbarian
The theme of conan the barbarian weaves through Conan Stories, adding depth to its narrative.
Sword and sorcery
The theme of sword and sorcery weaves through Conan Stories, adding depth to its narrative.
Hyborian Age
Hyborian Age emerges as a defining element in Conan Stories, shaping character development.
Fantasy classic
Conan Stories thoughtfully explores fantasy classic through its central conflicts.
Why Conan Stories is still relevant today
The Conan stories founded the sword-and-sorcery genre and remain among the most exciting and influential works in fantasy fiction, continuously adapted across all media.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Conan stories about?
A Cimmerian barbarian fights his way through a world of ancient civilizations and dark sorcery, from thief to king, in these genre-defining fantasy adventures.
In what order should I read them?
Publication order works well. “The Tower of the Elephant” and “Red Nails” are popular starting points.
Are they just action?
Howard’s atmospheric world-building and vivid prose elevate them well beyond simple action stories.
Can I read them free?
Yes, the complete collection is available free on TextStack.