Thuvia, Maid of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs
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| Author | Burroughs, Edgar Rice, 1875-1950 |
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| Title | Thuvia, Maid of Mars |
| Series Title | Barsoom series, 4 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Judith Boss and Charles Keller |
| Summary | "Thuvia, Maid of Mars" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set on the fictional planet of Mars, vividly portrayed as Barsoom, where various ancient races coexist, and follows its central characters, Carthoris of Helium and Thuvia of Ptarth, in a tale infused with adventure, romance, and intrigue. This book introduces readers to a world of complex interplanetary relationships and the themes of love, loyalty, and honor. At the start of the novel, readers meet Thuvia, a princess of Ptarth, who is confronted by Astok, a prince with intentions of claiming her love against her will. Her haughty rejection invokes the aid of Carthoris, the son of the legendary John Carter, who intervenes to save her from Astok’s aggression. This incident foreshadows a brewing conflict as political undercurrents surface, leading to Thuvia's eventual abduction by a group of green men from a rival nation. Carthoris, determined to rescue her and prove his honor, embarks on a perilous journey into unfamiliar territory, setting the stage for a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected challenges and potential alliances. The opening chapters present a rich tapestry of character dynamics and tantalizing foreshadowing that promise an epic narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Martians -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mars (Planet) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 1993 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 26, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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