The People of the Black Circle is a fantasy novel by Robert E. Howard, first published in Weird Tales magazine in 1934. The story follows Conan the Cimmerian, a barbarian warrior, as he travels to the kingdom of Vendhya in search of a lost princess. He soon finds himself embroiled in a conflict between the kingdom and a powerful cult known as the Black Circle. The cult is led by four powerful sorcerers, and they are determined to use their dark magic to take control of the kingdom. Conan must battle the cult and its minions in order to save the princess and the kingdom. Along the way, he must face off against powerful monsters, ancient gods, and powerful magic. He must also confront his own inner demons as he struggles to come to terms with his own past. The People of the Black Circle is a classic example of Howard's sword and sorcery style of writing, and it is considered to be one of his best works. It is a thrilling adventure story that is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
By Robert E. Howard · First published 1928 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Historical Fiction · 10 chapters