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Edgar Rice Burroughs
1875-1950
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Books by Edgar Rice Burroughs
Thuvia, maid of Mars
"Thuvia, Maid of Mars" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fantasy novel published in 1916. The fourth book in the Barsoom series shifts focus to Carthoris, son of John Carter, who loves Princess Thuvia of Ptarth—a woman promised to another. When Thuvia is kidnapped and Carthoris is framed, war threatens to erupt between Martian nations. His desperate rescue mission leads him to ancient Lothar, where a mysterious race creates deadly illusions from pure thought.
A princess of Mars
"A Princess of Mars" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fantasy novel first serialized in 1912. Confederate veteran John Carter is mysteriously transported to Mars, a dying desert planet called Barsoom. With superhuman strength from the planet's lower gravity, he becomes entangled with warlike Green Martians and rescues Dejah Thoris, a princess of the humanoid Red Martians. Carter must navigate deadly political conflicts between alien races while fighting to protect the princess and save all life on Mars from extinction.
The gods of Mars
"The Gods of Mars" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fantasy novel first published as a serial in 1913. John Carter returns to Mars after ten years, only to materialize in the Valley Dor—the Martian afterlife from which no one may leave. There he discovers a dark truth: the supposed gods of Mars are frauds who enslave and devour pilgrims seeking paradise. Carter must fight through layers of deception, rescue his beloved Dejah Thoris, and lead a massive fleet against false deities to expose the lies that have deceived an entire world.
The warlord of Mars
"The Warlord of Mars" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fantasy novel written in 1913 and published in 1914. John Carter races across the frozen polar regions of Mars to rescue his imprisoned wife, Princess Dejah Thoris, from vengeful enemies who have abducted her. His desperate pursuit leads him to discover the hidden realm of the Yellow Martians and their tyrannical ruler, triggering battles and rebellions that will determine the fate of multiple Martian kingdoms.
The Chessmen of Mars
"The Chessmen of Mars" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fantasy novel published in 1922. When Tara, princess of Helium and daughter of John Carter, crashes her flier in a storm, she finds herself captured by the horrific Kaldanes—large heads with crab-like legs who ride headless human bodies. Prince Gahan of Gathol sets out to rescue her, but conceals his identity as a humble mercenary. Together they must survive the deadly city of Manator, where captives fight to the death as living pieces in a giant chess game.
The Land That Time Forgot
"The Land That Time Forgot" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a fantasy novel first published in 1918. When a German U-boat and its captors are sabotaged off course during World War I, they discover Caspak, a mysterious island where prehistoric creatures still roam and evolution unfolds in strange ways. Stranded with dwindling supplies, the crew must navigate not only dinosaurs and primitive humans but also their own conflicts as they struggle to survive in this lost world.
The Lost Continent
"The Lost Continent" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic future where the Eastern Hemisphere has been cut off from the West for over 200 years following a devastating war. The narrative revolves around Lieutenant Jefferson Turck, a naval officer of the Pan-American Federation, who embarks on a journey beyond the borders set by his civilization, seeking to uncover the mysteries of a long-lost and savage Europe. At the start of the book, Jefferson Turck reflects on the isolation of Europe and the consequences of the Great War that left it abandoned and forgotten. When his ship, the Coldwater, suffers mechanical failures, Turck finds himself crossing the forbidden line into this unknown territory. After a harrowing experience at sea, he and a few crew members wash ashore in a wild and dangerous land. As they navigate this savage world, they encounter exotic beasts and primitive tribes, revealing that civilization has regressed into a state of brutality and ignorance, far removed from the advanced society Turck knows. The opening sets the stage for a gripping adventure filled with peril, exploration, and the struggle to survive amidst the remnants of a once-great civilization.
Tarzan of the Apes
"Tarzan of the Apes" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel published in 1914. When an English nobleman's infant son is orphaned in the African jungle, he is adopted and raised by apes. Named Tarzan, meaning "White Skin," he grows up torn between his ape family and his human heritage. His world changes dramatically when a new group arrives, including Jane Porter, the first white woman he encounters. This tale explores identity, civilization, and the conflict between nature and heredity.
Out of Time's Abyss
"Out of Time's Abyss" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fantasy novel published in 1918. The final installment of the Caspak trilogy follows Bradley after his mysterious disappearance from Fort Dinosaur. Captured by the Wieroo—winged human creatures—he's taken to their island city where he meets Co-Tan, a woman from Caspak's most advanced tribe. Together they must escape and journey back across a prehistoric land where evolution unfolds through individual metamorphosis, connecting the fates of all who ventured into this lost world.
Jungle Tales of Tarzan
"Jungle Tales of Tarzan" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a collection of twelve short stories published in 1919. Set during Tarzan's late teenage years in the African jungle, these tales explore his struggles between his human nature and ape upbringing. The stories follow his relationships with his ape tribe, encounters with neighboring cannibals, confrontations with dangerous animals, and his search for understanding about God and identity. Each adventure reveals the ape-man navigating love, jealousy, vengeance, and survival in the wild.
The Return of Tarzan
"The Return of Tarzan" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel first published in 1913. After sacrificing his chance to marry Jane Porter, Tarzan travels to Europe where he makes deadly enemies of the villains Rokoff and Paulovitch. His adventures lead him through France, Algeria, and eventually back to the African jungle of his youth. There, he becomes chief of the Waziri tribe and discovers the lost city of Opar. Meanwhile, Jane's yacht expedition along Africa's coast leads to unexpected reunions and life-threatening dangers in the wilderness.
The Mucker
"The Mucker" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel published in 1914-1916. Billy Byrne is a Chicago thug who lives by violence and theft until he's shanghaed aboard a ship bound for crime. When the crew kidnaps a millionaire's daughter, Billy's brutal nature begins to transform. Stranded together in a hostile jungle filled with headhunters, the hoodlum and the heiress form an unlikely bond that challenges everything Billy believed about himself and the world he came from.
At the Earth's Core
"At the Earth's Core" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a fantasy novel written in 1914. When mining heir David Innes and inventor Abner Perry test an experimental drilling machine, they accidentally burrow 500 miles into Earth's crust and discover Pellucidar—a hollow world within our planet. This prehistoric land is populated by ancient creatures and dominated by the intelligent but cruel Mahars, who enslave primitive humans. Innes must navigate strange customs, win the heart of Dian the Beautiful, and lead a human revolt against their reptilian overlords.
The Son of Tarzan
"The Son of Tarzan" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is an adventure novel written in 1915. For the first time in the series, the story centers on Tarzan's son Jack rather than Tarzan himself. When Jack discovers his father's secret past and befriends a captive ape, he embarks on a dangerous journey to Africa that transforms him into Korak—"the killer." In the jungle, he rescues an abused girl named Meriem, and together they survive years of adventure while his parents search desperately for their missing son.
Tarzan the Untamed
"Tarzan the Untamed" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel published in 1920. When Tarzan returns to find his African estate destroyed by German forces during World War I and his wife Jane apparently dead, he embarks on a brutal quest for vengeance. His rage leads him across battlefields and deserts, into encounters with lions and lost civilizations, while crossing paths with a mysterious woman suspected of espionage. This darker, more violent tale reveals Tarzan pushed to his limits by grief and fury.
Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar
"Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel first published in 1916. Tarzan returns to the lost city of Opar to recover gold from its hidden treasure stockpile after suffering financial losses. But danger follows—a treacherous Belgian officer tracks him, an earthquake leaves him without memory, and the beautiful high priestess La seeks vengeance after he rejects her love again. Meanwhile, Jane has been kidnapped, and an amnesiac Tarzan must navigate intrigue and betrayal while unknowingly carrying Opar's sacred sacrificial knife.
The Beasts of Tarzan
"The Beasts of Tarzan" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel serialized in 1914 and published in book form in 1916. When vengeful enemies kidnap Tarzan's infant son Jack, they exile the ape-man to a remote jungle island while threatening the child with a cannibal tribe. Aided by a panther, intelligent apes, and a native warrior, Tarzan pursues his captors across the mainland in a desperate race to rescue his family and exact justice on those who wronged him.
Pellucidar
"Pellucidar" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a fantasy novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around David Innes, who embarks on a journey to the inner world of Pellucidar, a strange realm that exists at the core of the Earth, where time and societal norms differ greatly from the outer world. This fantastical setting features prehistoric creatures and primitive tribes, and serves as a backdrop for adventures filled with danger, intrigue, and the relentless struggle between different races. The opening of "Pellucidar" sets the stage for an exciting expedition following a letter that piques David's curiosity regarding the mysterious inner world. After experiencing a strange discovery in the Sahara desert, David feels compelled to revisit Pellucidar, which he had previously explored. As he prepares for his journey, he reflects on his past adventures and the friends he left behind, including Dian the Beautiful, hinting at the emotional stakes involved. The first chapter introduces the labyrinthine landscapes of Pellucidar and the challenges David faces as he navigates through an unfamiliar environment filled with both threats and wonders. The stage is set for an epic quest fueled by love and friendship, as he searches for his beloved Dian amidst the primal chaos of this unique world.
The Monster Men
"The Monster Men" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fiction novel published in 1913. Professor Arthur Maxon retreats to a remote island in the East Indies to conduct forbidden experiments in creating artificial human life. As he grows increasingly obsessed with perfecting his creations—particularly Number Thirteen—dark forces conspire around him. Pirates, treasure hunters, and his own assistant threaten his daughter Virginia, while the handsome but supposedly soulless Number Thirteen may be her only hope for survival in this Frankenstein-inspired adventure.
The outlaw of Torn
"The Outlaw of Torn" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a historical novel published as a serial in 1914. Set during thirteenth-century England's Second Barons' War, it follows Norman of Torn, a deadly outlaw raised by a vengeful fencing master to hate all things English. Leading the largest band of thieves in England, Norman becomes entangled in the rebellion alongside Simon de Montfort while falling for his daughter. But a striking resemblance to Prince Edward hints at a shocking secret about Norman's true identity.
Tarzan the Terrible
"Tarzan the Terrible" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel first published in 1921. Tarzan ventures into Pal-ul-don, a hidden valley inhabited by dinosaurs and two warring races of tailed humanoids. Meanwhile, Jane is held captive somewhere in this dangerous lost world. As Tarzan navigates treacherous terrain and political intrigue, earning the name "Tarzan the Terrible," he must find his beloved wife before it's too late. Their reunion depends on skill, allies, and unexpected help.
The Mad King
"The Mad King" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a Ruritanian romance originally published in 1914-1915. Young American Barney Custer travels to the fictional European kingdom of Lutha, unaware he's the exact double of the newly escaped King Leopold. Mistaken for royalty, Barney becomes entangled in royal intrigue, falls for the king's promised bride Princess Emma, and must impersonate the monarch to save the throne from a scheming prince. Set against the outbreak of World War I, this adventure follows Barney through diplomatic danger, narrow escapes, and battles that will determine Lutha's fate.
The master mind of Mars
"The Master Mind of Mars" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fantasy novel first published in 1927. The sixth book in the Barsoom series introduces Ulysses Paxton, an Earthman transported to Mars, where he becomes assistant to Ras Thavas, an elderly mad scientist who transplants brains into younger bodies. When Paxton falls in love with Valla Dia, a young woman whose body has been stolen by an empress, he must embark on a dangerous quest to restore her. Set on a dying planet of warring city-states and ancient canals, the novel blends adventure with satirical elements.
The Oakdale Affair
"The Oakdale Affair" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a mystery novel written in 1917. When a mysterious thief escapes with stolen valuables from a banker's home, the crime becomes entangled with murder, a missing heiress, and rumors of the notorious Oskaloosa Kid. Vagrant Bridge and his unlikely companions take shelter in a haunted house during a storm, only to encounter dead bodies, dangerous criminals, and a terrifying creature dragging chains in the cellar. As identities blur and accusations fly, the truth proves far stranger than anyone imagined.