The Hyborian Age by Robert E. Howard

Name: The Hyborian Age
Author: Robert E. Howard

The Hyborian Age is a fictional setting created by Robert E. Howard for his stories of Conan the Barbarian. It is a mythical age of the world, set in the distant past, between the time of the sinking of Atlantis and the beginning of recorded history. The Hyborian Age is a time of great adventure and exploration, with many different cultures and civilizations vying for power. The world is populated by a variety of races, including humans, elves, dwarves, and other creatures. The world is also home to powerful sorcerers and magical creatures. The stories of Conan the Barbarian take place in the Hyborian Age, and follow the adventures of Conan as he battles monsters, villains, and gods. Along the way, he meets many allies and enemies, and learns the secrets of the world. The stories are filled with action, adventure, and romance, and are a classic example of sword and sorcery fantasy.

By Robert E. Howard · First published 1928 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Historical Fiction · 2 chapters · 8,895 words

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Nothing in this article is to be considered as an attempt to advance any theory in opposition to accepted history. It is simply a fictional background for a series of fiction stories.

When I began writing the Conan stories a few years ago, I prepared this 'history' of his age and the peoples of that age, in order to lend him and his sagas a greater aspect of realness.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Robert E. Howard
Date: 1928 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Historical Fiction, Action/Thriller
Length: 8,895 words
Structure: 2 chapters, 275 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Fantasy — The Hyborian Age is a fictional period of time set in the distant past of the fictional world of Conan the Barbarian, and is filled with mythical creatures, gods, and magical elements.
Adventure — The book follows the adventures of Conan the Barbarian as he travels through the Hyborian Age, encountering various enemies and allies along the way.
Historical Fiction — The Hyborian Age is set in a fictionalized version of the real-world historical period of the Hyborian Age, and the book contains elements of real-world history and culture.
Action/Thriller — The book is filled with action-packed scenes and thrilling moments as Conan battles his enemies and navigates the dangerous world of the Hyborian Age.