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Shadows in Zamboula: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

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Shadows in Zamboula is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Howard, Robert E. (Robert Ervin) (1906–1936).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Shadows in Zamboula" by Robert E. Howard is a Conan story first published in November 1935. When Conan spends the night in a cheap tavern in the desert city of Zamboula, he discovers streets filled with roaming cannibals and deadly political intrigue. The barbarian hero must navigate treacherous innkeepers, a hypnotic high priest, and a formidable strangler while becoming entangled in a dangerous scheme involving a satrap's mistress and her insane lover.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Shadows in Zamboula
  • Author credits: Howard, Robert E. (Robert Ervin) (1906–1936)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Conan (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
  • Fantasy fiction, American

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
  • Category: Short Stories
  • Science Fiction

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