This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. “Gods of the North” (also known as “The Frost Giant’s Daughter”) is one of Robert E. Howard’s earliest Conan stories. Set in the icy lands of Nordheim in the far north, it follows Conan, a young warrior from Cimmeria, as he becomes the sole survivor of a battle. Amidst the snowy landscape, he encounters the beautiful, naked daughter of Ymir, Atali, who tries to seduce him. The tale is rich with vivid descriptions and Howard’s masterful prose, though unfortunately, it is too short. It’s not just a story of swordplay and strategy; it also showcases Conan’s bardic and storytelling skills.
Robert Ervin Howard (1906-1936) was een Amerikaans schrijver van pulpfictie. Zijn verhalen verschenen in diverse publicaties. Hij is vooral bekend van zijn reeks over Conan de Barbaar. Howard schreef korte verhalen waarin actie, geweld en magie een belangrijke rol speelden.