A Princess of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs

A Princess of Mars

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Edgar Rice Burroughs

276 pages • first pub 1912 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced
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While fleeing from Apache Indians, Civil War veteran John Carter, an ex-Confederate Army captain enters a cave and finds himself transported to Mars. Once arriving, he discovers a decadent, warlike society fighting over dwindling recources. He als...

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Moods

adventurous 99%
lighthearted 24%
tense 15%
mysterious 13%
challenging 8%
hopeful 8%
inspiring 7%
funny 6%
emotional 3%
reflective 3%
sad 2%
dark 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 70%
medium 21%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 65% | A mix: 21% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 26% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 48% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 89% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 1% | Yes: 1%

Average rating

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