The Hour of the Dragon Summary
Robert E. Howard

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The Hour of the Dragon Summary

The Hour of the Dragon is escapist entertainment, intended to transport the reader into a world of magic and wonder. Its hero, Conan, loses and regains a kingdom as he fights an evil wizard from the mythical past. The novel is admirably written, featuring vivid descriptions, well-paced action, and many plot-twists and surprises.

When The Hour of the Dragon opens, Conan has become king of Aquilonia and, in spite of a history of...

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