The Hyborian Tales of Robert E. Howard: Stories Featuring Conan the Barbarian: A Witch Shall Be Born, Jewels of Gwahlur, Queen of the Black Coast, Shadows in Zamboula, The Devil In Iron and The Hyborian Age

The Hyborian Tales of Robert E. Howard is a definitive collection of sword-and-sorcery classics from the legendary creator of Conan the Barbarian, Robert E. Howard. Set in the brutal and myth-rich Hyborian Age, these stories blend savage action, dark magic, and lost civilizations into some of the most influential fantasy fiction ever written.


This volume features six essential works that showcase Howard’s mastery of epic adventure and world-building. From the grim cruelty of A Witch Shall Be Born and the haunting mystery of Jewels of Gwahlur, to the sweeping romance and tragedy of Queen of the Black Coast, each tale delivers relentless momentum and vivid imagination. Stories such as Shadows in Zamboula and The Devil in Iron plunge readers into decadent cities, ancient horrors, and merciless struggles for survival.


The collection concludes with The Hyborian Age, Howard’s famous in-universe essay that lays out the sweeping history and geography of his legendary world, providing rare insight into the foundations of modern fantasy.


Perfect for fans of heroic fantasy, dark adventure, and classic pulp fiction, The Hyborian Tales of Robert E. Howard is an essential addition to any fantasy library.