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John Bradley, a member of an exploratory crew, becomes separated from the rest and finds himself alone on an unfamiliar terrain. Facing humans that differ from his expectations—possessing unexpected appendages—he must navigate the challenges of this lost continent. The narrative unfolds within a science‑fiction adventure that explores isolation, unexpected encounters, and the mysteries of an unknown world.
First publish date: 1918
Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature
Authors: Edgar Rice Burroughs
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