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Tarzan of the Apes

This novel tells the story of Tarzan, a character who grows up among the apes in the African jungle and later struggles to adapt to human society. 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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