I Conan (HB)

Book excerpt: I Conan: Cimmerian (HB) By: L.J. LaRoch In this coming of age adventure story, Conan, a young boy about to ascend into manhood, is desperately seeking to join the ranks of warrior. His parents send him on a simple quest, which leads to a grand adventure across his native land. I Conan: Cimmerian is a rite of passage tale that rivets the reader and introduces a world that any young man can identify with. In our modern age, this story is a breath of fresh air that shows how one young man deals with the problems of ascending into manhood while at the same time doing his part to stave off what could easily become a disastrous invasion by a powerful neighbouring state. Using training, his wits and youthful power, Conan struggles to fight his way to survival and glory.