Delve into the brutal and majestic world of Bran Mak Morn, the tragic last king of a doomed race, in this definitive collection by Robert E. Howard. From the same visionary mind that brought forth Conan and King Kull, Bran Mak Morn embodies the somber defiance of a civilization on the brink of extinction. Once rulers of all Europe, the Picts have been reduced to scattered, barbaric tribes, their ancient glory fading into myth. Only Bran, with his unbroken royal lineage and fierce determination, stands against the encroaching tide of Roman legions and Celtic expansion. This volume chronicles his desperate fight for survival and a dream to restore his people's faded legacy. Experience the haunting terror of "Worms of the Earth," where Bran unleashes ancient, subterranean horrors upon his enemies, and witness an epic cross-temporal alliance in "Kings of the Night," as Kull the Conqueror is summoned to fight alongside Bran against Rome. Enhanced with Gary Gianni’s evocative illustrations, this collection is an essential journey into Howard's darker imagination, presenting a hero who battles not just for victory, but for the very soul of a forgotten nation.
Critical Reception
"This collection is an indispensable cornerstone for any enthusiast of Robert E. Howard's seminal work, offering profound insight into the development of the sword & sorcery genre and the nuanced tragic heroism he mastered."