"Tarzan the Terrible" is a novel written by American author Edgar Rice Burroughs. It was first published as a serial in the magazine "Argosy All-Story Weekly" in 1921 and later as a book in 1921. "Tarzan the Terrible" is part of the Tarzan series, which includes numerous adventures featuring the iconic character Tarzan. In this installment, Tarzan finds himself in the lost city of Pal-ul-don, a hidden and prehistoric civilization in the African jungle. Pal-ul-don is inhabited by a race of people distinct from any Tarzan has ...
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"Tarzan the Terrible" is a novel written by American author Edgar Rice Burroughs. It was first published as a serial in the magazine "Argosy All-Story Weekly" in 1921 and later as a book in 1921. "Tarzan the Terrible" is part of the Tarzan series, which includes numerous adventures featuring the iconic character Tarzan. In this installment, Tarzan finds himself in the lost city of Pal-ul-don, a hidden and prehistoric civilization in the African jungle. Pal-ul-don is inhabited by a race of people distinct from any Tarzan has encountered before, with their own customs and challenges. Tarzan's adventures in Pal-ul-don involve encounters with various creatures, tribes, and mysterious forces. As with many of the Tarzan novels, "Tarzan the Terrible" combines elements of high adventure, exploration, and exotic settings. It also delves into Tarzan's resourcefulness and physical prowess as he navigates the dangers of this uncharted territory. Throughout the novel, Tarzan faces numerous trials and challenges, including battles with prehistoric beasts and the complex political landscape of Pal-ul-don. As always, Tarzan's heroic qualities shine as he strives to overcome obstacles and protect those he cares about. "Tarzan the Terrible" is a thrilling addition to the Tarzan series, offering readers another exciting and exotic journey into the world of this iconic jungle hero. It showcases Edgar Rice Burroughs' talent for crafting imaginative and action-packed adventure stories in the unique setting of the African wilderness.
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The colorful story telling is paramount in Burroughs books, particularly in his Tarzan series.
He uses a free style, with occasional historical, political, and sociological connotations, as expected in early 1900's.
His writing allows all ages to develop an entertaining imaginative landscape.
A plus is the natural stage, he chose for his characters, in contrast with our current cyber technology obsession.
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