Graveyard Rats

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The life of Robert Ervin Howard, a prolific American pulp writer, is marked by his creation of iconic characters like Conan the Cimmerian, whose influence rivals that of Tarzan and Sherlock Holmes. His literary journey was fueled by a passion for reading and the support of teachers, leading him to emulate authors like Jack London and Rudyard Kipling. Despite his talent, Howard battled severe depression from a young age, viewing suicide as a potential escape, which adds a poignant layer to his legacy in the literary world.