There's no denying [Howard's] ability to craft epic tales with memorable characters in well-researched, colorful surroundings, including some of history's most volatile periods. An excellent essay by Howard Andrew Jones help put these stories and Howard's career in perspective. -- Publishers Weekly [Behind Howard's stories] lurks a dark poetry and the timeless truth of dreams. --Robert Bloch The voice of Robert E. Howard still resonates after decades with readers--equal parts ringing steel, thunderous horse hooves, and spattered blood. --Eric S. Nylund, author of Halo: The Fall of Reach Howard had a gritty, vibrant style--broadsword writing that cut its way to the heart, with heroes who are truly larger than life. --David Gemmell, author of Legend and Troy: Lord of the Silver Bow