The Shambler from the Stars

"The Shambler from the Stars" is a short story by Robert E. Howard featuring the character Kull. In the tale, Kull encounters an ancient, cosmic entity—an alien creature from beyond Earth—that has taken the form of a monstrous, otherworldly being. This entity is associated with dark, forbidden knowledge and cosmic horror, representing destructive forces beyond human comprehension. The story explores themes of primal fears, the limits of human understanding, and the dangerous allure of forbidden knowledge, blending fantasy and horror elements to evoke a sense of cosmic insignificance.