John Carter of Mars

The first book in the series is A Princess of Mars originally published in 1917. It introduces the character of John Carter a Confederate soldier who mysteriously finds himself transported to the planet Mars. On Mars Carter discovers a world inhabited by different humanoid species including the red-skinned Martians known as Tharks and the human-like inhabitants of Helium and Zodanga. Throughout the series John Carter becomes embroiled in the political and military conflicts on Mars falls in love with the beautiful Dejah Thoris and engages in thrilling battles swordfights and adventures. The subsequent books in the series chronicle his further exploits on Mars his encounters with various alien creatures and his efforts to protect the people and civilizations he cares about. The John Carter of Mars series is known for its imaginative world-building action-packed storytelling and romantic elements. Burroughs vivid descriptions of the Martian landscape its diverse inhabitants and the cultures and societies that exist there have captivated readers for decades. The series has had a significant influence on science fiction and has inspired numerous adaptations in other media including films comic books and video games. The character of John Carter is renowned as a swashbuckling hero who defies gravity and wields remarkable strength in the lower gravity of Mars.