A Princess of Mars: A Barsoom Novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs

A Princess of Mars: A Barsoom Novel

Barsoom #1

Edgar Rice Burroughs with Frank E. Schoonover (Illustrator)

240 pages first pub 1912 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy science fiction adventurous challenging fast-paced

Description

Virginia gentleman John Carter, unexpectedly transported to the perilous red planet, Mars, finds himself captured by the loveless Green Men of Thark. As Carter struggles to win his freedom and the affections of fellow captive Dejah Thoris, princes...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
lighthearted 19%
mysterious 14%
tense 10%
challenging 8%
funny 5%
emotional 3%
hopeful 3%
reflective 3%
sad 3%
dark 1%
inspiring 1%

Pace

fast 68%
medium 25%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 69% | A mix: 17% | Character: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 73% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 39% | Yes: 28% | No: 26% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 81% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 2% | Yes: 2%

Average rating

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