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A Princess of Mars was the first book by Edgar Rice Burroughs to feature the character John Carter. It led to an 11-book series featuring his adventures and became the basis for the 2012 movie. Carter is a war-weary former military captain during the Civil War who is inexplicably transported to Mars. He quickly (and reluctantly) becomes embroiled in a conflict of epic proportions among the inhabitants of the planet.

In this novel the focus shifts from John Carter, Warlord of Mars, and Dejah Thoris of Helium, protagonists of the first three books in the series, to their son, Carthoris, prince of Helium, and Thuvia, princess of Ptarth. Helium and Ptarth are both prominent Barsoomian city state/empires, and both Carthoris and Thuvia were secondary characters in the previous two books.View our full collection of podcasts & audiobooks at: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or on our YouTube channel: https://www.solgood.org/subscribe

Black Amazon of Mars follows Eric John Stark on his final Martian adventure. A mysterious relic leads him to Kushat, a city guarding the terrifying Gates of Death. As ancient forces awaken, Stark must battle outlaws, treachery, and supernatural threats to save Mars from an icy doom.

The Gods of Mars is a 1918 Edgar Rice Burroughs science fiction novel, the second of his famous Barsoom series. It can be said that the novel set the tone for much science fiction to come. Its influence can clearly be seen in franchises such as Star Trek and Farscape. While Burroughs no doubt borrowed liberally from the pulp fiction of his day, particularly westerns and swashbuckling tales, the pacing and themes set the tone for the soft science fiction genre. The protagonist, John Carter, with his proficiency in hand-to-hand combat and flirtations with beautiful alien women, could be said to ...

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Immerse yourself in this captivating escapist novel, first published in 1905 as Lieutenant Gullivar Jones His Vacation. Follow the daring yet somewhat clumsy American Navy Lieutenant Gulliver Jones as he is magically whisked away to Mars. In this fantastical realm, he finds himself in a series of thrilling escapades where he nearly outsmarts his foes, almost wins the heart of the girl, and comes close to becoming the hero of the day. Serving as a fascinating literary bridge between the works of H.G. Wells and Edgar Rice Burroughs, Jones adventures blend sharp satire with exhilarating ...

Dive into The Gods of Mars, the captivating 1918 science fiction novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, and the second installment of his iconic Barsoom series. This groundbreaking tale not only shaped the landscape of science fiction but also left an indelible mark on beloved franchises like Star Trek and Farscape. While Burroughs drew inspiration from the pulp fiction of his era, particularly westerns and swashbuckling adventures, his unique pacing and compelling themes paved the way for the soft science fiction genre. Join the fearless John Carter, a master of hand-to-hand combat and a charmer of ...

In the thrilling fifth installment of the Barsoom series, Tara of Helium‚Aîdaughter of the legendary John Carter‚Aîfinds herself lost in the uncharted territories of Mars after her single-seat flier is swept away by a rare Martian hurricane. Captured first by the grotesque Kaldanes and then by the ruthless Manatorians, Tara becomes the coveted prize in a deadly tournament of Martian chess, known as jetan, where the stakes are life and death, and the game pieces are all too real! (Summary by Mark Nelson)

Dive into the thrilling world of Warlord of Mars, the third installment in Edgar Rice Burroughs iconic Barsoom series. Join John Carter as he embarks on an epic journey to reunite with his beloved wife, Princess Dejah Thoris. Along the way, he encounters a myriad of fantastical creatures and unravels the secrets of ancient Martian civilizations. Prepare for an adventure that transcends the boundaries of imagination!

Under the twin moons of Barsoom, an unseen flier races toward the enigmatic city of Jahar, where Sanoma Tora, the kidnapped princess of Helium, is held captive. At the helm is Hadron of Hastor, devising a daring rescue plan that demands not just courage but remarkable ingenuity. For invisibility is not enough to combat The Death. If Hadron succeeds, he must confront the twisted genius of the madman responsible for this rescue mission. A FIGHTING MAN OF MARS is a thrilling tale of Martian adventure, as relayed by Ulysses Paxton on Mars to Edgar Rice Burroughs in Tarzana, via Pellucidars Gridley...

After the mysterious death of his girlfriend, Captain Burk Winters embarks on a perilous journey through the treacherous world of Martian vice known as Shanga‚Aîthe Going Back. What begins as a desperate mission to save Jill Leeland soon spirals into a confrontation with the sinister underbelly of the canal cities, fraught with conspiracies fueled by greed. As Burk fights to uncover the truth, he must also contend with the fierce vengeance of a planet refusing to submit to economic domination. - Summary by EVKesserich

To escape the confines of Mars, Clayton faces an impossible challenge breaking free from a crack-proof exile camp, boarding a ship that seems unreachable, and smashing through an impenetrable wall of steel. But as he embarks on this perilous journey, he realizes that Mars has a sinister influence on men, and he isnt even sure who he is anymore‚Aîhe has transformed into The Man Who Hated Mars. This recording also features four lesser-known stories by the talented Garrett Bramblebush, Viewpoint, Time Fuze, and Heist Job on Thizar, each packed with thrilling excitement and intrigue.

In the thrilling third chapter of John Carters epic adventures on Mars, our hero faces a death sentence after returning from the land of the dead. Determined to rescue the stunning Dejah Thoris, Princess of Helium, he embarks on a perilous journey across the planet, enduring imprisonment, torture, and fierce battles. Along the way, he cleverly outsmarts his foes, embraces the chaos of war, and navigates complex relationships with women who adore him, all while remaining devoted to his wife. As he dismantles a false religion that has gripped a planet, he offers instead the hope of unity and a ...

In the aftermath of a devastating battle that shattered the religion of Issus, John Carters world is turned upside down. His wife, along with two other women, finds herself imprisoned in a rotating cell of the Temple of the Sun, where freedom comes only once a year. Meanwhile, Carters ally Xodar has ascended to become the new Jeddak of the black Martian First Born, while a faction of white Martian therns, rejecting the old ways, has also chosen a new leader. Yet, the remnants of the discredited religion linger, driven by the ambitious Holy Hekkador, Matai Shang. When John Carter learns that ...

In the thrilling fourth installment of the Barsoom series, Thuvia, Maid of Mars, we follow the captivating journey of Thuvia, now the Princess of Ptarth, and her love, Carthoris, the son of the legendary John Carter and Dejah Thoris. As Thuvia faces an impending arranged marriage to Kulan Tith, the powerful Jeddak of Kaol, she finds herself resisting the unwanted advances of Astok of Dusar. When Astok devises a sinister plot to abduct Thuvia and frame Carthoris for the crime, it sparks an explosive conflict between Kaol, Ptarth, and Helium. Join us for a tale of love, treachery, and adventure ...

The Gods of Mars, by Edgar Rice Burroughs. After John Carter's arrival, a boat of Green Martians on the River Iss are ambushed by the previously unknown Plant Men. The lone survivor is his friend Tars Tarkas, the Jeddak of Thark, who has taken the pilgrimage to the Valley Dor to find Carter. Having saved their own lives, Carter and Tars Tarkas discover that the Therns, a white-skinned race of self-proclaimed gods, have for eons deceived the Barsoomians elsewhere by disseminating that the pilgrimage to the Valley Dor is a journey to paradise. Most arrivals are killed by the beasts of Valley, ...

Welcome to Mars Audiobook, "Your Freedom Paradise"

In the sprawling expanse of the Galaxy, justice wasn’t a luxury it was a battle. For centuries interplanetary crime syndicates, rogue AI fleets, and tyrannical warlords plagued the galaxy, but where chaos reigned a force of unyielding courage and cunning emerged.Mars was supposed to be the birthplace of something greater, Instead it became a graveyard and for those who survived, carry the weight of its fall across the stars. As long as even one survivor still breathes the spirit of Mars will never die.The Casualties of Mars are not just warriors,not just exiles, not just ghosts of a ...

The Master Mind of Mars follows an Earth soldier who finds himself on Mars, learning the dark arts of suspended animation and brain transplantation. As he fights to rescue his beloved from an evil Martian ruler, he assembles a bizarre team of allies—including a resurrected warrior, a brain-altered beast, and an infamous assassin. A thrilling sci-fi romance filled with action and satire.

The Gods of MarsAfter a long exile on Earth, John Carter finally returned to his beloved Mars. But beautiful Dejah Thoris, the woman he loved, had vanished. Now he was trapped in the legendary Eden of Mars—an Eden from which none ever escaped alive. Three monstrous white apes sprang into the arena. On her throne, Issus, the living goddess of the First Born, leaned forward in keen anticipation. At length the apes spied the huddled knot of terror-stricken maidens and, with demoniacal shrieks of bestial frenzy, charged upon them. A wave of mad fury surged over me. A single blow sent my guard ...