Pirates of Venus
1934
Pirates of Venus
1934
Pirates of Venus is a science fantasy novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, first published in 1934. It follows Carson Napier, an astronaut who, after a crash landing on the fictional planet Venus—known as Amtor—becomes embroiled in the planet's political turmoil and encounters its strange inhabitants. The novel is notable for its blend of adventure and political satire, particularly critiquing communism through the depiction of the Thorists, who instigate a revolution for their own gain. This work marks the beginning of Burroughs's Venus series, showcasing his imaginative world-building and character-driven storytelling.
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“I had aimed at Mars and was about to hit Venus; unquestionably the all-time cosmic record for poor shots.””
— Edgar Rice Burroughs
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