A Princess Of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs
In this science fiction novel, a Confederate soldier named John Carter mysteriously finds himself transported to Mars, known as Barsoom by its inhabitants. On this alien planet, Carter discovers a dying civilization and becomes embroiled in a complex web of political intrigue, epic battles, and forbidden love. With his newfound strength and agility due to the planet's lower gravity, Carter becomes a formidable warrior and fights to protect the princess he loves and the people of Barsoom from imminent destruction.
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- Published
- 1912
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400
- Original Language
- English
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(3.3)
- Alternate Titles
- - Under the Moons of Mars
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This book is on the following 6 lists:
- 79th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- 172nd on Fantasy and Horror: A Critical and Historical Guide (Book)
- 1821st on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- 100 Main Fantasy and Science-Fiction Books (www.mirf.ru (Russian))
- The Great Books Podcast from John J. Miller (The National Review )