The Warlord Of Mars - Edgar Rice Burroughs - Bog

The Warlord of Mars is a science fiction novel written by Edgar Rice Burroughs and published in 1914. It is the third book in the Barsoom series, following the adventures of John Carter, a former Confederate soldier who finds himself transported to the planet Mars (known as Barsoom to its inhabitants). In this installment, John Carter must rescue his beloved Dejah Thoris, the princess of Helium, who has been kidnapped by the evil Therns and taken to the underground city of Omean. Along the way, he encounters a host of strange and dangerous creatures, including the savage plant-men, the ferocious white apes, and the deadly black pirates. As he journeys deeper into the heart of Barsoom, John Carter must use all of his strength, cunning, and swordsmanship to overcome the obstacles in his path and save his beloved princess. Along the way, he also learns more about the complex political and social structures of the Martian civilizations, and develops a deeper understanding of the strange and wondrous world he has found himself in. The Warlord of Mars is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of science fiction, fantasy, and romance. It is a classic of the genre and has inspired countless other works of science fiction and fantasy over the years.For six long Martian months I had haunted the vicinity of the hateful Temple of the Sun, within whose slow-revolving shaft, far beneath the surface of Mars, my princess lay entombed-- but whether alive or dead I knew not. Had Phaidor's slim blade found that beloved heart? Time only would reveal the truth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.