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Victorian Science FictionClassic Fantasy

Pirates of Venus

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Edgar Rice Burroughs's Pirates of Venus is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel.

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About Pirates of Venus

"Pirates of Venus" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fantasy novel first serialized in 1932 and published in book form in 1934. The story follows hero Carson Napier on the planet Venus, known to its inhabitants as "Amtor." There he encounters the Thorists, revolutionary villains who have seized control of the nation of Vepaja through deception and violence. The novel blends planetary adventure with political satire, creating a tale that keeps readers absorbed through Burroughs's inventive storytelling and pure adventure.
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  • Science fiction
  • Venus, Planet
  • Napier, Carson

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Who wrote Pirates of Venus?

Pirates of Venus was written by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

What genre is Pirates of Venus?

It is usually shelved as Victorian Science Fiction and Classic Fantasy.

Is Pirates of Venus free to read?

Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

Is there a free audiobook of Pirates of Venus?

Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 6 h 15 min.

What books are similar to Pirates of Venus?

Readers who like it often enjoy Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, The Time Machine and The Invisible Man.

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