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Burroughs, Edgar Rice
1875
1950
The People That Time Forgot
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"The People That Time Forgot" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The story serves as a sequel to "At the Earth's Core" and follows characters navigating a prehistoric world filled with dinosaurs and primitive tribes on a lost island. The narrative centers around Bowen Tyler, Jr., who is determined to find and rescue his friends and keep them alive in this treacherous environment, alongside a captivating female character named Ajor. The beginning of the novel introduces the aftermath of a maritime disaster, where Bowen Tyler, Jr., is presumed lost along with a young woman named Miss La Rue. The story unfolds as a friend of Bowen seeks to deliver his manuscript to his father while grappling with doubts about its authenticity. As they discuss the bizarre and dangerous events described in the manuscript, they decide to undertake a perilous journey to the mysterious island of Caprona. The tale quickly sets a thrilling pace, describing the ensueing adventures as characters confront the bizarre flora and fauna of Caspak, including fearsome prehistoric creatures, and navigates the complexities of human survival in a hostile world. The narrative highlights themes of bravery, loyalty, and the struggle for survival against overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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