
John Carter in 'A Princess of Mars'
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Civil War veteran John Carter is transported to a dying planet, where he must elude capture by giant green barbarians to rescue a Martian princess from certain doom. In this landmark of science fiction, the myths and mystery of the red planet supply a vibrant backdrop for a swashbuckling epic.
Published in 1911, A Princess of Mars introduced a popular series of novels recounting John Carter's Martian exploits. Author Edgar Rice Burroughs, best known as the creator of Tarzan, employed a new style of writing that combined the genres of fantasy, adventure, and science fiction. His imaginative setting - an advanced but decaying civilization in which Olympian heroics play out against malevolent forces and ever-changing fortunes - endures as a timeless world, in which love, honor, and loyalty form the basis for fast-paced romantic adventures.
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It's elementary to buy this
- By Jeremy Hess on 07-31-18
The story is obviously different than the movie but based upon this book but it is no less enjoyable either way if you discard the expectation that the movie was anything like the book other than a few characters with the same names. I think the book is actually better than the movie. However the movie gave me interesting visuals as I listened to this story for the second time and constructed the scenes in my mind.
If you like Science Fiction you need to listen to this story!
Scott Brick makes it a pleasure to listen!
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Would you listen to John Carter in 'A Princess of Mars' again? Why?
Saw the movie so I desighted to get the book. Best book that I have heared I can not get enough So I started reading all the John Carter books So far I am at #5. I hope they make the movies on these books Can not wait to see them. I highly recommend these books to hear or read See you on Barsoom.What did you like best about this story?
everything!Which scene was your favorite?
When John Carter gets to be with his Princess.Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
YesAny additional comments?
NoneBest ever!
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If you could sum up John Carter in 'A Princess of Mars' in three words, what would they be?
Great SiFI StorryWho was your favorite character and why?
John Carter.What does Scott Brick bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Good at difference character voices.Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Could have.Any additional comments?
Surprisingly good science fiction for over 100 years old. Good character development and really great passion and emotion.Great science fiction for over 100 years old.
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Interesting Genre source reading
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Where does John Carter in 'A Princess of Mars' rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Pretty high. I really enjoyed it. I was amazed at how good it was given it's ageWhat about Scott Brick’s performance did you like?
He is just a fantastic reader.If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
LOL. I think somebody already did that....Any additional comments?
The book and the movie are not polar opposites, but they do tell different stories. I highly recommend the book. I was amazed that it is now 100 years old. I hope that they hire Scott Brick to read the remainder of the series. Many of the subsequent books don't have great reviews on performance.I wish I had known about this book series as a teenager (when I had more time to sit and read). I would have eaten them up!
Wow! Wish I had found this book as a young adult.
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Any additional comments?
There are many points I'd like to make in this review.- For being a book written in the early 1900's, the "sci-fi" was great. Such imagination and quite descriptive to actually provide a picture in the readers head.
- Normally I read a book before watching a movie, and even then I approach both without prejudice to the other. However, in this case, I thought the movie was much better. I believe my reasoning is in the fact that the movie gets to the next big points of the story that much quicker. Still a decent read, although I might not continue on in the series.
- John Carter himself was amazing, as well as a few of his supporting characters. Edgar Rice Burroughs portrays John as loyal, fierce, determined, and a respectful man. In other words, he makes him the perfect package complete with looks, strength, and attitude. Which definitely made it worthwhile.
Decent Story, but Lacking!
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Why 5 stars? Cannot give more!
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Review
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an old favorite
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Great listen
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