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Howard, Robert E. (Robert Ervin)
1906
1936
Howard, Robert Ervin
Queen of the Black Coast
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"Queen of the Black Coast" by Robert E. Howard is a fantasy adventure novella written in the early 20th century. This story follows the legendary character Conan the Cimmerian as he encounters love, violence, and perilous adventures at sea. Set in a mythical version of ancient history, the novella explores themes of honor, desire, and the wild, untamed spirit of its characters. In the narrative, Conan escapes from tyranny in Argos and joins a pirate crew on the galley "Argus" before facing off against the fearsome pirate queen, Bêlit, who leads the notorious crew aboard the "Tigress". Their fierce encounter quickly turns into a passionate romance as they raid coastal villages and seek out untold treasures along the Zarkheba river. However, they soon encounter a myriad of supernatural horrors and ruthless enemies in a cursed land, culminating in tragedy when Bêlit falls victim to the mysterious forces at play. The story not only showcases thrilling action but also delves into the emotional bonds formed in a tumultuous world, ultimately leading Conan to confront despair and loss in the aftermath of Bêlit's demise. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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