Poul Anderson clearly did not want to write just about Conan or from Conan's pov.
In Chapter I, Tothapis converses with Set who gives Tothapis a remote viewing of a conversation between Conan and Belit. Mitra detects and interrupts Set but remains off-stage.
In II, Tothapis converses with Ramwas and Nehekba and gives them a remote viewing of Jehenan and his guards.
In III, Belit tells Conan about Hoiakim, Shaaphi, Jehanan, Aliel, Kedron, Ramwas and three men that she killed. We read not only her dialogue but also some flashbacks.
In IV, Shuat converses with his adjutant, then Ausar addresses his men and converses with his daughter, Daris.
I have not reread any further yet. Clearly, Conan is one of a large cast of characters. There are XX chapters and I am probably going to reread Larry Niven or someone else for the rest of this evening.
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Kaor, Paul!
After I finally finish THE NIGHT FACE AND OTHER STORIES I might well reread VAULT 0F THE AGES. You do affect how I read Anderson!
Been also reading Churchill's THEIR FINEST HOUR and the Winter/Spring issue of MODERN AGE.
I also went to Barnes & Noble today and ordered a copy of Stirling's THE WINDS OF FATE, his second Antonine book--much to be anticipated!
Ad astra! Sean
It was jocularly called "Conan the Libertarian" by one reviewer.
Hope you enjoy Winds!
Kaor, Mr. Stirling!
I did think the libertarian strain in CONAN THE REBEL a bit implausible for a wandering barbarian warrior!
I was weak enough to read the sample chapters of WINDS at the Stirling books website-and loved them. So, I am sure I will enjoy the complete book!
Ad astra! Sean
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