The People of the Black Circle by Robert E. Howard
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"The People of the Black Circle" is one of the original novellas about Conan the Cimmerian, written by American author Robert E. Howard. It is set in the pseudo-historical Hyborian Age and concerns Conan kidnapping a regal princess of Vendhya (pre-historical India) and foiling a nefarious plot of world domination by the Black Seers of Yimsha. Due to its epic scope and atypical Hindustan flavor, the story is considered an undisputed classic of Conan lore and is often cited by Howard scholars as one of his best tales. It is also one of the few Howard stories where the reader is treated a deeper insight on magic and magicians beyond the stereotypical Hyborian depiction as demon conjurer-illusionist-priests.
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Chapter 1. Death Strikes a King - 00:00
Chapter 2. A Barbarian from the Hills - 11:39
Chapter 3. Khemsa Uses Magic - 31:08
Chapter 4. An Encounter in the Pass - 46:30
Chapter 5. The Black Stallion - 1:00:08
Chapter 6. The Mountain of the Black Seers - 1:24:01
Chapter 7. On to Vimsha - 1:52:16
Chapter 8. Yasmina Knows Stark Terror - 2:10:56
Chapter 9. The Castle of the Wizards - 2:28:28
Chapter 10. Yasmina and Conan - 3:10:55
Read by Mark Nelson (librivox.org/reader/251)
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One of the best stories so far. Thank you. Well narrated. Welcome escapism from the gloomy news of life in Britain that has been blighted by egotism, incompetence, corruption and lack of compassion in British government.
@mariovillarreal8647
Жыл бұрын
Major governments worldwide exhibit these same maladies. Some are downright murderous tyranny. Barbarism better than Anunnaki Reptilian shapeshifter's civilization; monetary system and religion it's two main tools as they continue to rape and pillage our earth.
I first read Robert E. Howard's Conan when I was 18 years old. The availability of his books were scarce. So I read Marvel's Savage Sword of Conan the Barbarian adaptation of The People of the Black Circle. As I listen to Robert E. Howard's words, they're interspersed with the memory of John Buscema and Alfredo Alcala's wonderful illustrations. Although nothing can compare to my imagination while reading Howard's Conan books. Comic book artists and movie directors fall miserably short while trying to visualize Conan's character.
@Eris123451
2 жыл бұрын
Barry Windsor-Smith.
@kubrickenigma7977
2 жыл бұрын
They try, and face many limitations, whereas one's imagination does not.
@MoivinSulunker
2 ай бұрын
We'll forgather about the throne, there to live forevermore.
This is an amazing story, one of the greatest pieces of fantasy ever written. It is equal parts action, drama, and horror. This is one of Howards crown achievements, along with Tower of the Elephant, Beyond the Black River, and Queen of the Black Coast. All of the original Howard Conan stories are magical, but these four, in my opinion, really define the dark fantasy genre.
So happy to hear Mark Nelson's narration! Thank you!
Hopefully I too will be able to exit as mr Howard did. Thanks for posting this story. It’s a few hours I don’t have to want oblivion
Crom has decided NOT to throw you out of Valhalla!
@MoivinSulunker
2 ай бұрын
There will come a time one mornin when all,of the saints, will arise and shine Up to that happy home in glory, where their souls will never die.
As I age,so I enjoy my Howard… I never grew up to the Maestro…💙✍🏻Vive le crayon!!! Well written! Started on ‘Nan back in 1968… still thrills me!
Timestamp 20:19. Sir you're dropping mental gems 💎 in your narration. Keep up the good work
Timestamp 1:51:38 "and he heard the stallion cry 😢😭 out like a woman ♀️👠👩❤️👩🤰🤱👯🧓🧑🦳🧑🦰👱🏿♀️🤰🏿in pain" dear Jesus God, that is some AWESOME 👍😎 AND AMAZING 🤩 narrating, it really makes you feel the angst the characters are going through. The narration brings you along on the journey of the characters involved. Beautiful 😍❤️ work.
Thanks for sharing this one.
We'll forgather about the throne, there to live forevermore.
Cool cover art; old school looking! Nice color scheme.
Is this one of the stories that inspired the movies the most? Wizard transforms, items transforms (1982 film) Afghuli chief similair to Conan's companion? (2011 film) Wizards appearing from nowhere like the sand ghosts in 2011?
Brilliant story, great narration By this was a strange way to end story though, isn't it?
stories like this existe but all we get for movies is well what we have.
So very enjoyable
Very well read! :D
Audiobooks''''''''''''''' we need ''The Black Stranger'' if you can get it, also El borak and other desert tales. I had el Borak form audible but lost it on my computer when I sold it and forgot to download. Now I cannot find it to buy on all the internet.. any suggestions? Thanks.
Lovely oration 👌
Sounds slowed down
epic
@tokyonightdreams
6 жыл бұрын
Brannon Macgorman Good to know you didn't give up on the channel.
@brannonmacgorman8607
6 жыл бұрын
Audiobooks Unleashed love yr channel just disappointed w er borroughs mars series. re howard was always my fave anyway
Thumbnail looks like javier bardem
2:10:56
catchin his limp hand in a convulsive graspin.
The Circle of the Black People.