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Conan and the Jewels of Gwahlur Hardcover – January 3, 2006

by P. Craig Russell (Author, Artist)
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 33 ratings
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A young woman, having made a string of bad choices, finds herself the pawn of mercenaries - one of which is Conan of Cimmeria. As the former dancing girl poses as the dead oracle of a primitive cult, Conan puts his experience as a thief and a soldier together in pursuit of some of the most prized jewels in the world - the Teeth of Gwahlur!
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  1. Part of Series
    Conan
  2. Print length
    88 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Dark Horse
  5. Publication date
    January 3, 2006
  6. Dimensions
    6.8 x 0.5 x 10.4 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1593074913
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1593074913
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The latest in the many tales of Conan kicks off with his mercenary side, as he sets out to steal the Jewels of Gwahlur. The story starts slowly—too slowly, in fact. The only thing to hold a non-diehard Conan fan's attention in the first 25 pages is the art—Russell is an acknowledged master and his work here approaches the best in fantasy comics art. Conan sneaks into the palace of Alkmeenon, only to find the slave-girl Muriela impersonating the oracle of the dead queen Yelena. Together they try to trick the priests out of the jewels, but only after Muriela is kidnapped does the story get interesting. Russell's strong point is that he's content to leave certain things—the demon servants of the priests, the jewels themselves, the magic preservation of a corpse—as mysteries. In some ways, Conan resembles old, old travel writing, albeit travel writing to a fantastic world: it chronicles rather than explains. The plot gets fun at the end, hinging on character, not action. Despite their loincloths and metal bras, the characters are fully –formed, and Russell's art is always worth savoring.
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In recent years, veteran comic-book artist Russell has concentrated on comics adaptations of classics in other media that range from Wagner and Mozart operas to Oscar Wilde's fairy tales. Here he adapts one of the 1930s stories of Conan the Barbarian by Robert E. Howard that introduced the durable character. Seeking the fabled treasure of Gwahlur, Conan treks to abandoned Alk-meenon, where the city's last princess, the oracle Yelaya, watches over the jewels, though long dead (but magically undecayed). The barbarian's eye for ladies quickly descries that Yelaya is actually a dancing girl compelled by his old enemy, Thutmekri, to ensure that the jewels wind up with her master. Set relatively late in the character's fictional career, Gwahlur is, for a Conan yarn, light on swashbuckling and sorcery and heavy on palace intrigue and double-crossing. Russell's more stately depiction of Conan and his art nouveau-influenced style recall the early-1970s Conan drawn by Barry Windsor-Smith. Since many consider Windsor-Smith's the definitive rendition of the character, such resemblance is a definite virtue. Gordon Flagg
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Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dark Horse; First Edition (January 3, 2006)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 88 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1593074913
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1593074913
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.8 x 0.5 x 10.4 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 33 ratings

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Philip Craig Russell (born October 30, 1951 in Wellsville, Ohio), also known as P. Craig Russell, is an American comic book writer, artist, and illustrator. His work has won multiple Harvey and Eisner Awards.

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TorgosPizza
5.0 out of 5 stars Russell does it again!
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2006
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Anyone that has enjoyed Russell's previous work adapting Norse mythology and opera might appreciate this, as well. Honestly, PCR's view of the character is one of the most accurate yet, and his ability to adapt the writings of others is astounding in it's depth. Still, I must admit the main reason I enjoy his art so much isn't the layout, so much as the gorgeous line work. Dark Horse really gave Conan fans a treat by recruiting PCR for this collected miniseries--the pairing of artist and subject truly was inspired--and the only complaint I can offer is that the ride is over far too swiftly.
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J. Robinson
4.0 out of 5 stars Very Good
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2009
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This is a very good book and is much better than most of the other fill volumes put out for Conan. I bought one of P. Craig Russels Oscar Wilde books and was disappointed, this is much better, a more mature style,more thoughtful and much more skillful. I have read the original story and the savage sword of Conan version and this rates highly.
To me it is the art first and then the story and when you get professional, careful art like this with a cracking story you get your money's worth
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Colin A. Brodd
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent graphic novel treatment of a Conan tale!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2016
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I picked this up because it was featured on an episode of Sanctum Secorum, I enjoy graphic novels, and I am a great fan of Robert E. Howard's Conan stories. This is a really excellent treatment, with great art and a script very true to the spirit of Hoawrd's Conan. I may have to seek the others in the series now!
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Chase
3.0 out of 5 stars meh
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2012
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I was really excited for this as The Jewels of Gwahlur is one of my favorite REH Conan stories. I know this artist is well respected and great but his style just didn't fit this story or Conans' character at all for me. I just felt like it didn't really gel into a cohesive or accurate interpretation of the original story. But that is just my opinion for what it's worth.
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J. Sheathelm
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Conan story
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2014
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A different Conan than the movies still an adventurer but more cerebral. For me, it seemed closer to the REH Conan with great art.
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J. L. Cox
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2015
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Conan - Always a winner!
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John
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book.
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2013
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These stories were taken from the original creator of Conan. Great stories and artwork. An A plus for any Conan fan.
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Mike Carlucci
1.0 out of 5 stars Worst Artwork of the Conan Series
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2016
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I'm a huge fan of the Conan series by Dark Horse Comics and I've enjoyed reading every issue in my collection. I would have to say that without a doubt "Conan and the Jewels of Gwahlur" features the worst art work of the entire series. It looks as if it were drawn by Georges Remi of the Tin Tin comics, which of course is fine on its own but makes for a horrible rendition of the mighty Conan.

The story is great and does proper credit to the original which can be found in the "Savage Sword of Conan" editions from the 70's (which features excellent artwork). Honestly, I stopped reading mid way because the art was so poor. I already knew the story and found myself visualizing the original art. Do your self a favor and skip this version.
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MilesDei
5.0 out of 5 stars I recommend it
Reviewed in Canada on December 5, 2014
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I am very glad even though did not have time to read it, I will soon, I love the drawing!!

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Avenger
5.0 out of 5 stars Conan And The Jewels Of Gwaglur Review
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2015
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I loved this Hardcover Graphic Novel brought to life from the pages of Robert R Howard by Dark Horse comics. A must for any fan.
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MT
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Spain on March 29, 2015
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P Craig Russell is always awesome. I love everything he does. And I also enjoyed the adaptation of this particular story.
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schlimmerdurst
3.0 out of 5 stars Weder Fisch noch Fleisch
Reviewed in Germany on February 11, 2009
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P. Craig Russell, besonders bekannt durch seine Nibelungen-Comicversion, hat einen sehr eigenen Stil, man erkennt ihn sofort. Allerdings eignet er sich meines Erachtens eher für epische Stoffe wie die Nibelungen (übrigens ein herausragend gutes Comic, dringend lesen!), und weniger für die eher erdig veranlagte Conan-Thematik. Irgendwie passt der Stil halt nicht so recht, im Allgemeinen haben Conan-Fans dann doch das Bild von Frank Frazetta oder John Buscema im Kopf, und der Russell's Conan ist dagegen schmächtig und wirkt wie ein kleiner Bub. Die Story an sich ist vorlagengetreu umgesetzt (etwas anderes hätte ich von PCR auch nicht erwartet, er spielt nicht rum mit Vorlagen) und insgesamt auch stimmig, aber es fehlt halt der Funke, der Conan erst zum Leben erweckt: Die Brutalität, Lebensenergie und übermäßige Emotion.
Ein unterhaltsames Comic, sehr schön aufgemacht als Hardcover und qualitativ sehr gelungen. Wäre es eine andere Hauptperson, eine andere Welt, würde ich mehr Sterne geben. Wie gesagt - ein gelungener Fantasy-Comic, aber die Conan-typische Stimmung kommt nicht rüber.
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Andrew Holder
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Adaptation of a typical Conan story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 3, 2017
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This is the first non-Marvel Conan comic I've read. The story remains familiar, but the art is refreshingly different. I've always been a big Russell fan, but didn't think his style would suit Sword and Sorcery. However, his lyrical approach to the art brings an originality I hadn't expected to complement Howard's creation.
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