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KING CONAN - Howard, Stated 1st / 1st, 1953 - GNOME PRESS - CONAN THE BARBARIAN

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KING CONAN: THE HYBOREAN AGE

Book Details + Condition: Gnome Press Inc. (New York). Stated First Edition / First Printing, 1953. Hardcover with original dust jacket. 255 pages. "King Conan" refers to the later stories from Robert E. Howard's Conan the Barbarian series, where Conan is a middle-aged king of Aquilonia. These tales explore the challenges of ruling, often involving political intrigue and conspiracies, and Conan's struggles to balance his wild barbarian nature with the demands of civilization. Key themes include enduring battles against sorcerers like Thoth-Amon, navigating a world of supernatural horrors, and maintaining the stability of his kingdom and family." Tales include:

- Jewels of Gwahlur
- Beyond the Black River
- The Treasure of Tranicos
- The Phoenix on the Sword
- The Scarlet Citadel

Firm binding; lightly rubbed corners and edges; chafed spine ends; owner name to ffep; interior is clean and free of markings. Original dust jacket shows wear, with tears and chipping to edges and corners, and some darkening present. It retains its original price. All books are carefully packed, and shipped in boxes.