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The Phoenix On The Sword (2000)

by Robert E. Howard(Favorite Author)

3.85 of 5 Votes: 2

ISBN

1406572152 (ISBN13: 9781406572155)

languge

English

genre

Fantasy

series

Conan (Original Short Stories)

review 1: Simple story. Very exciting and brutal fight scene. Would make a fine larger novel but fun as a short story. The fight scene is brutal and yet poignant to the character. Conan is a King but still has the heart of a barbarian so bored with domestic affairs and eager to return to the battlefield. Instead a rebellion brings the battle to him. big mistake as he is more than ready to defend his throne. Still a very fun and enjoyable bedtime story.
review 2: I don't think I would have picked up a Conan book if not for the influence of the group Fantasy Aficionados here on Goodreads. However, I am glad I did. Howard's imagery paints a picture. Even in this first book I can see the strong influence these books have had on the fantasy genre. I was fascinated with how H... moreoward wove ancient cultures into the narrative. I recognized Greek, Jewish, Iranian and Egyptian. My one little quibble is that I didn't feel invested in the characters - not unexpected with a short story. But I love to make friends with characters so I'll just have to read more of these. less

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