A PRINCESS OF MARS



By Edgar Rice Burroughs



Transported to a world beyond imagination, where warlike tribes, towering beasts, and a breathtaking princess await, John Carter embarks on an adventure that will shape the destiny of an entire planet.

After mysteriously awakening on the barren landscape of Mars—known to its inhabitants as Barsoom—John Carter, a former Confederate soldier, discovers that he possesses extraordinary abilities in this alien world. The lower gravity of Mars grants him immense strength and agility, making him a formidable warrior. Captured by the fearsome Tharks, a race of towering, green-skinned Martian warriors, Carter must quickly adapt to their brutal customs to survive.

But amidst the harsh deserts and war-torn cities of Barsoom, John Carter’s fate takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Dejah Thoris, the Princess of Helium—a strikingly beautiful and courageous woman of the red Martian race. Drawn to her both by love and duty, Carter vows to protect her from the political and military turmoil threatening her people. With rival factions warring for control of Mars and dark conspiracies unraveling around him, Carter must unite enemies, defy impossible odds, and prove himself worthy of both Dejah Thoris’s heart and Barsoom’s survival.

Originally published in 1912, A Princess of Mars is the first novel in the Barsoom series and one of the greatest early works of science fiction and planetary romance. Edgar Rice Burroughs—best known for creating Tarzan—crafted a vivid, action-packed tale that has influenced countless sci-fi and fantasy stories, including Star Wars and Avatar.

Why Read A Princess of Mars?

• A Thrilling Sword fights, daring escapes, and epic battles across the exotic Martian landscape.

• A Legendary Love The romance between John Carter and Dejah Thoris is one of sci-fi’s most iconic.

• A Timeless This novel helped define the sword-and-planet genre and still captivates readers over a century later.

• A Story of Carter’s journey from Earth to Mars is a tale of bravery, loyalty, and the triumph of the human spirit.

Whether you’re a longtime sci-fi fan or discovering Barsoom for the first time, A Princess of Mars is an unforgettable journey to a world of wonder, danger, and adventure.