The fearsome touch of death

Name: The fearsome touch of death
Author: Robert E. Howard

By Robert E. Howard

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A solitary neighbor keeps vigil over a reclusive man's corpse and, as night deepens, minor disturbances and a lamp's flicker let loose a flood of dread. The sitter's imagination magnifies a shifted sheet and the corpse's blank stare into visions of malevolent life; sleep brings nightmares of the dead rising. Superstition, oppressive silence, and mounting paranoia steadily erode his reason, turning an ordinary wake into an escalating psychological ordeal that blurs dream and waking and leaves fear shaping every perception.

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Robert E. Howard

Robert E. Howard was an American author best known for his influential contributions to the sword and sorcery genre. He created the iconic character Conan the Barbarian, who first appeared in the story "The Phoenix on the Sword." Howard's work is characterized by its vivid imagery, fast-paced action, and a blend of fantasy and horror elements. His stories often explore themes of heroism, civilization versus barbarism, and the supernatural. Notable works include "A Witch Shall Be Born," "Queen of the Black Coast," and "Red Nails." Despite his brief career, Howard's legacy endures, inspiring countless writers and filmmakers in the fantasy genre.