Marsin ritarit by Edgar Rice Burroughs

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Author Burroughs, Edgar Rice, 1875-1950
Translator Kupiainen, Alpo, 1888-1937
Uniform Title The chessmen of Mars. Finnish
Title Marsin ritarit
Series Title Barsoom series, 5
Credits Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Marsin ritarit" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around John Carter, a heroic figure from Earth, and his adventures on Mars (referred to as Barsoom), where he interacts with various Martian civilizations. The narrative introduces his daughter, Tara, and hints at her potential journey through the intriguing world of Martian politics and society. The opening of "Marsin ritarit" features John Carter visiting Earth, where he reunites with Shea, an acquaintance from his past. Carter discusses his eternal youth and the exploration of transferring objects between Mars and Earth, revealing his connection to the Martian princess Tara. The scene transitions to Tara, who is introduced while preparing for a gathering of nobles in her father's palace. The dynamics between Tara, her suitors, and the societal expectations she faces unfold, foreshadowing potential conflicts and romantic entanglements that will drive the story forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Mars (Planet) -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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