
In the scarlet gardens of the Martian throne‑city, Princess Thuvia finds herself besieged by a brazen suitor whose forceful advance violates every custom of Barsoom. Her defiant call for the royal guard summons a swift and daring rescuer—Carthoris, son of the legendary John Carter—who bursts onto the scene with uncanny speed and decisive force. Their clash with the offending prince ignites a tense standoff that sets the stage for a larger struggle over honor, love, and the fragile peace of their world.
As the palace guards rally and the wounded prince retreats, Carthoris and Thuvia’s uneasy partnership begins to unfold amid the exotic splendor of Martian courts, fierce warriors, and looming threats from rival factions. Their initial confrontation hints at deeper alliances and rivalries that will test loyalties and shape the fate of the red planet, inviting listeners to dive into a tale of daring heroism, political intrigue, and the promise of an unforgettable romance.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (264K characters)
Series
Barsoom series, 4
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
1993-07-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1875–1950
Best known for creating Tarzan and John Carter, this hugely popular adventure writer helped shape early science fiction and fantasy. His stories mixed jungle action, lost worlds, and interplanetary romance in a way that still feels energetic today.
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