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THE LOST WORLD COLLECTION: Out of Time’s Abyss, The Land That Time Forgot, The Moon Men, The Man-Eater and more (Illustrated): Caspak Trilogy, The Pellucidar Series, The Moon Trilogy, The People That Time Forgot, The Moon Maid, The Red Hawk, The Cave Girl, The Eternal Lover, Jungle Girl...

The Lost World Collection is a compilation of classic adventure stories that delve into fantastical realms and ancient civilizations. It brings together works such as Out of Time’s Abyss, The Land That Time Forgot, and The Moon Men, which explore the mysteries of prehistoric worlds and distant planets. The collection also includes the Pellucidar Series, Moon Trilogy, and other tales of exploration and discovery, offering readers a diverse range of speculative fiction experiences. more

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Edgar Rice Burroughs
Edgar Rice Burroughs

Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American writer born on September 1, 1875, in Illinois, and died on March 19, 1950. He is renowned for his science fiction and adventure novels, with his most famous works being the 'Mars Trilogy' and the 'John Carter' series. His works have had a profound impact on science fiction literature. more

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