Harold Lamb Libros

La azarosa historia de un hombre que nació como hijo bastardo de Pipino el Breve y que, a su muerte, era emperador del Sacro Imperio Romano Germánico y monarca absoluto de casi todo el mundo cristiano.

Ciro el Grande, rey de Persia, vivió en el siglo sexto antes de Cristo. De los muchos misterios que contiene la historia antigua, Ciro sigue siendo tal vez, el misterio más desconcertante. En esta obra, Harold Lamb, el distinguido autor de tantas admirables biografías de hombres célebres de la historia, da vida de nuevo a esa gran figura legendaria. “Ciro el Grande” nos presenta una revelación luminosamente sabia y erudita, casi clarividente, de un antiguo mundo de mitos y supersticiones, de historia mezclada con fantasía, de gente que se mueve, en parte, sobre la dura corteza de la tierra y, en parte, sobre las impalpables gasas de los sueños. Este libro es un intento de retroceder, en la imaginación, al mundo de Ciro el Aqueménida, o sea veinticinco siglos atrás. No se trata de una invención, pues ha sido compuesto uniendo fragmentos de hechos conocidos y descubrimientos de detalles referentes al carácter del pueblo persa de entonces. Naturalmente, la leyenda dotó a Ciro rápidamente de misterio y muy poco se sabe con certeza de su vida, pero todos los personajes de este libro han existido. Otros, como por ejemplo Vishtaspa, han sido trazados a base de leyendas bastante firmes. Ésta es la historia de un rey —rudo hijo de un rudo padre—, que libertó a su patria de la dominación de los medos, sojuzgó la Media y venció a Creso, conquistó la Lidia, los Estados griegos del Asia Menor y Babilonia, y en lucha tras lucha, logró extender sus dominios desde la India al mar Egeo.

Collects the complete Cossack stories of Harold Lamb: every adventure of Khlit the Cossack and those of his friends, allies, and fellow Cossacks. This title features essays Lamb wrote about his stories, informative introductions by popular authors, and a wealth of rare, exciting, swashbuckling fiction.

In a time when westerners still spoke publicly about the white man's burden, Harold Lamb was crafting action-packed stories featuring Arabs, Mongols, and Hindus as heroic, sympathetic, and believable characters. Assembled in this volume are four novellas and three short stories gleaned from the work of one of the greatest pulp writers.

This collection focuses on republishing classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which have become rare and costly. The editions are designed to be both affordable and high-quality, preserving the original text and artwork to maintain the integrity of the works.

Featuring a collection of thrilling narratives, this volume brings together Harold Lamb's novel "The House of the Falcon" alongside the novellas "The Desert Driver" and "The Devil's Bungalow." Each story showcases Lamb's knack for adventure, immersing readers in richly crafted settings and compelling characters. An introduction by John Betancourt adds context and insight into Lamb's work, enhancing the experience for both new and returning fans of classic adventure literature.

Set in the early 20th century, the novel follows John Hanson, a young American seeking adventure in the Middle East. He becomes entangled in local politics, aligning with Arab rebels against Turkish oppression. As he navigates treacherous terrain and personal betrayals, Hanson also finds love with Zarah, an Arab woman who supports his quest for freedom. The story is rich with themes of courage and determination, vividly portraying the exotic backdrop of the region and its struggles, making it a classic adventure tale.

The significance of Marching Sands throughout history has prompted a contemporary republication to preserve its legacy for future generations. The book has been meticulously retyped, redesigned, and reformatted to ensure clarity and readability, distinguishing it from traditional scanned copies. This effort aims to maintain the work's accessibility and relevance for both current and future readers.

Adventure tales from early 20th-century pulp magazines showcase the work of legendary authors like Robert E. Howard, Harold Lamb, and William Hope Hodgson. This collection brings to life thrilling narratives filled with action and imagination, capturing the essence of the era's storytelling. Readers will enjoy a diverse range of stories that highlight the creativity and excitement of pulp fiction's golden age.