Under the Moons of Mars: A Princess of Mars, The Gods of Mars, & The Warlord of Mars
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Romance
Science Fiction
Thriller & Suspense
+4
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Format
Gebundene Ausgabe
Seiten
507
Sprache
Englisch
Veröffentlicht
Nov 1, 2003
Verlag
University of Nebraska Press / SFBC
Ausgabe
Book Club edition
ISBN-10
073943800X
ISBN-13
9780739438008
Beschreibung
Set against the desolate yet breathtaking landscape of Mars, Edgar Rice Burroughs crafts an epic tale that entwines adventure, romance, and a rich tapestry of interplanetary politics. The story follows John Carter, a Confederate veteran mysteriously transported to the exotic world of Barsoom, where he grapples with new challenges and discovers a civilization steeped in tradition and conflict. His journey unveils a society filled with majestic cities, bizarre creatures, and a complex hierarchy of warring factions.
As Carter navigates this strange world, he is drawn into the affairs of powerful Martian leaders and their intricate struggles for dominance. Love blossoms in unexpected places, particularly with the fierce and noble Princess Dejah Thoris, whose own fate hangs precariously in the balance. Their union becomes a symbol of hope and resilience amid chaos, uniting two worlds and stirring the hearts of those who dare to dream.
The narrative tantalizes with action-packed sequences and bursts of imaginative ingenuity, all while seeking deeper themes of bravery, honor, and the quest for belonging. Burroughs' portrayal of Mars as a world of stark contrasts—a place of beauty and brutality—adds layers of depth to the epic saga of courage and love that transcends not just planets, but the very essence of humanity itself.
As Carter navigates this strange world, he is drawn into the affairs of powerful Martian leaders and their intricate struggles for dominance. Love blossoms in unexpected places, particularly with the fierce and noble Princess Dejah Thoris, whose own fate hangs precariously in the balance. Their union becomes a symbol of hope and resilience amid chaos, uniting two worlds and stirring the hearts of those who dare to dream.
The narrative tantalizes with action-packed sequences and bursts of imaginative ingenuity, all while seeking deeper themes of bravery, honor, and the quest for belonging. Burroughs' portrayal of Mars as a world of stark contrasts—a place of beauty and brutality—adds layers of depth to the epic saga of courage and love that transcends not just planets, but the very essence of humanity itself.
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