
Red shadows
Robert E. Howard's Red shadows is a classic fantasy story collection. Readers will find themes of Africa, revenge, France and puritans.
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About Red shadows
"Red Shadows" by Robert E. Howard is a collection of pulp fiction short stories, written in the early 20th century during the advent of the genre. The book features Solomon Kane, an Englishman and an adventurer who embarks on a quest for vengeance and justice in various exotic and dangerous locales. The stories encapsulate themes of brutality, morality, and the supernatural, all set against dark and captivating backdrops reminiscent of classic adventure tales. The narrative follows Solomon Kane as he confronts various villains, particularly Le Loup, a cruel bandit leader who causes terror and death in the regions he plunders. The plot unfolds with intense action as Kane pursues Le Loup after the villain's men commit heinous acts against innocent people, culminating in a violent confrontation. The tension heightens as Kane navigates through treacherous jungles and encounters the supernatural, including resurrection and powerful ju-ju magic. Each story in this collection captures the dark, brooding mood characteristic of Howard's writing, emphasizing Kane's relentless pursuit of justice and the moral complexities of the world he inhabits.
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Quick answers
Who wrote Red shadows?
Red shadows was written by Robert E. Howard.
What genre is Red shadows?
It is usually shelved as Classic Fantasy.
Is Red shadows free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
Is there a free audiobook of Red shadows?
Yes β LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 1 h 16 min.
What books are similar to Red shadows?
Readers who like it often enjoy She, The Secret Agent and Ayesha.
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