Everything you need to understand or teach The Hour of the Dragon by Robert E. Howard.
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...