The Voice of El-Lil

The life of Robert Ervin Howard is marked by his prolific output in various genres, particularly fantasy and adventure, with his most famous creation being Conan the Cimmerian. Influenced by authors like Jack London and Rudyard Kipling, Howard's writing was shaped by his extensive reading and literary talent. Despite his success, he struggled with severe depression, expressing a troubling view of suicide as a release from suffering. His complex character and the impact of his work have left a lasting legacy in pop culture.