Worms of the Earth

By: Robert E. Howard

Narrated by: Mark Bowen

Worms of the Earth is a dark fantasy story by Robert E. Howard, first published in 1932. Set in the world of Roman-occupied Britain, the tale follows Bran Mak Morn, the last king of the Picts, as he seeks revenge against the oppressive Roman Empire. When a Roman official publicly tortures and humiliates one of Bran's people, the Pictish leader turns to an ancient, forbidden race— the Worms of the Earth— for help in exacting his vengeance.

The story weaves together themes of revenge, the clash of civilizations, and the consequences of delving into ancient, forbidden powers. Howard's portrayal of the Worms as grotesque, primeval beings who once ruled the Earth adds a chilling layer of horror to the narrative. His evocative writing paints a vivid picture of a world where myth and reality blend, and where dark forces linger beneath the surface.

Worms of the Earth is considered one of Howard's finest works, showcasing his talent for combining historical adventure with supernatural horror. It highlights the tragic heroism of Bran Mak Morn, who, in seeking justice for his people, risks his own soul by unleashing ancient horrors.

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good story bad narrator

the story was very cool. a pict bargaining with lovecraftian dark powers to battle Romans.

the audio was bad, I feel like it was edited weird. like he recorded each line and when the recording stopped it made the last bit of the sentence get higher pitched. he almost sounded like he was asking a question for every line, that inflection you do when you go higher at the end but I think it was the audio software he was using causing it. he also couldn't pronounce words like celt or vale which is important if you are narrating a book using them often.