Thuvia, Maid of Mars

Thuvia, Maid of Mars is a science fiction novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, first published in 1916. The book is the fourth installment in the Barsoom series, which follows the adventures of John Carter and his family on the planet Mars.

Recommended for: Fans of science fiction, fantasy, and classic adventure novels will enjoy this book. If you’re interested in exploring the early days of science fiction and pulp fiction, this book is a great addition to your reading list.

You will:

Follow the adventures of Carthoris, the son of John Carter, as he navigates the complexities of Martian politics and battles to save his love, Thuvia of Ptarth.
Explore the world of Barsoom, with its unique cultures, creatures, and landscapes.
Be transported to a world of swashbuckling adventure, featuring sword fights, airships, and lost cities.
Encounter a range of characters, including princesses, warriors, and villains, each with their own motivations and agendas.

The Barsoom series (aka Martian series)

Here is the list of titles available in Ebooks-net from Burroughs’s acclaimed Barsoom series (also known as the Martian series):

A Princess of Mars (1912)
The Gods of Mars (1913)
The Warlord of Mars (1914)
Thuvia, Maid of Mars (1916)
The Chessmen of Mars (1922)

Plot Summary

The story begins with Thuvia, the princess of Ptarth, being kidnapped by a group of villains. Carthoris, the son of John Carter, sets out to rescue her, facing numerous challenges and battles along the way. As he navigates the complex web of Martian politics and intrigue, Carthoris must confront his own feelings for Thuvia and the dangers that threaten the entire planet of Barsoom.

Theme And Analysis

At its core, Thuvia, Maid of Mars is a tale of love, adventure, and self-discovery. The novel explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the complexities of human (and Martian) relationships. Through Carthoris’s journey, Burroughs examines the challenges of growing up and finding one’s place in the world, as well as the importance of courage, honor, and loyalty.

The novel also provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of science fiction, with its blend of fantasy, adventure, and social commentary. Burroughs’s imaginative world-building and vivid descriptions of Martian landscapes and cultures continue to captivate readers to this day.

Licensing

Edgar Rice Burroughs. Thuva, Maid of Mars. Published in 1916. This work is in the public domain in the United States because it was published before the cutoff of January 1, 1929. This author died in 1950, so works by this author are in the public domain in countries and areas where the copyright term is the author’s life plus 73 years or less. This digital edition is provided by Standard Ebooks under the CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication License.