{"product_id":"a-princess-of-mars-hardcover","title":"A Princess of Mars - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eEdgar Rice Burroughs\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e (Contribution by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoon after the American Civil War, Confederate soldier John Carter joins the gold rush in Arizona. After striking a vein of gold, Carter runs into trouble with the natives of the area. In attempts to evade their pursuit, Carter hides in a cave, unaware of its magical properties. Mysteriously, Carter is transported to Mars, which the planet inhabitants call \"Barsoom\". When Carter discovers that the gravity difference between Mars and Earth has granted him powers of extraordinary strength, he uses his ability to rise among the ranks of a tribe named the Tharks. However, when a group of Tharks kidnap Dejah, a princess, Carter feels obligated to save her. Promising to return her to her people, Carter helps Dejah escape, unintentionally becoming involved in political turmoil while he falls in love with the princess. When an opposing force plans to invade Dejah's home city, Carter leads an army to fight back, risking his life for the woman he loves. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith high adventure, intense action, and fantasy, \u003ci\u003eA Princess of Mars\u003c\/i\u003e by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a classic example of 20th century pulp fiction. Set in the harsh environment of a dying planet, \u003ci\u003eA Princess of Mars \u003c\/i\u003e is a highly imaginative work that captures the minds of readers while entertaining with its adventure and romance. First published just over one hundred years ago in 1912, \u003ci\u003eA Princess of Mars\u003c\/i\u003e has remained a fan favorite of the series, inspiring film adaptations, including one produced by Walt Disney Pictures titled \u003ci\u003e John Carter. \u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition of \u003ci\u003eA Princess of Mars \u003c\/i\u003e by Edgar Rice Burroughs features a new, eye-catching cover design and is printed in an easy-to-read font. With these accommodations, \u003ci\u003eA Princess of Mars \u003c\/i\u003e caters to a modern audience while preserving the original wonder and adventure of Edgar Rice Burroughs' work. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWalter Longcluse, a mysterious gentleman, befriends the Arden family, courting the beautiful Alice while luring her brother Richard into the discreet world of underground gambling. When a gruesome murder takes place, questions concerning Longcluse's past resurface, plunging the Arden family into terrible danger. \u003ci\u003eCheckmate\u003c\/i\u003e is a novel by Irish author Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 27, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Princess of Mars\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upper Grades, 9-12\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42100167082119,"sku":"9781513272078","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/14330f22f2a7cdcc4467c518c1d177a3.webp?v=1732381870","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/a-princess-of-mars-hardcover","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}