"Shadow of the Vulture" by Robert E. Howa
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Topic: "Shadow of the Vulture" by Robert E. Howa
Posted By: Landsknecht_Doppelsoldner
Subject: "Shadow of the Vulture" by Robert E. Howa
Date Posted: 15-Feb-2005 at 09:01
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Pulp writer Robert E. Howard (1906-1936) is probably best known for his fantasy characters, especially of course Conan of Cimmeria--but he also wrote historical adventure. One of his best short stories is "Shadow of the Vulture", which concerns the story of one Gottfried von Kalmbach, a former Knight of Rhodes who was ousted from the Order for some nameless offense. Kalmbach finds himself contributing to the defense of Vienna in 1529, during the siege by Sulleyman the Magnificent. Along with von Kalmbach is a fierce female swordsman, Red Sonya (who was the inspiration for the later fantasy Marvel Comics heroine, Red Sonja). Red Sonya is sister to Roxelana, the Sultan's favorite wife. The villain is Mikhail Oglu, "Vulture of the Grand Turk", who leads the Ottoman's akincis light cavalry. A great tale, if you can track it down. ------------- "Who despises me and my praiseworthy craft, I'll hit on the head that it resounds in his heart." --Augustin Staidt, of the Federfechter (German fencing guild) |
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Posted By: eaglecap
Date Posted: 28-Feb-2005 at 23:51
I was really into Pulp writer Robert E. Howard when I was in Jr high and high school. I will have to check this book out-thanks!! 
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Posted By: Landsknecht_Doppelsoldner
Date Posted: 06-Mar-2005 at 11:21
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IIRC, you should be able to find this story in the paperback collection, Shadows of Valor III--look for it at used book stores, online, etc. ------------- "Who despises me and my praiseworthy craft, I'll hit on the head that it resounds in his heart." --Augustin Staidt, of the Federfechter (German fencing guild) |