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"Swords of Mars" continues Edgar Rice Burroughs’ classic Martian adventure series. The story follows John Carter of Barsoom as he vows to end the powerful Assassins Guild that threatens the planet’s fragile peace. His quest leads him to the moons of Mars and the city of Zedong, where he must outwit the Guild’s secret operatives and confront their leader, Ur Jan. Through vivid battles, political intrigue, and a determined hero’s resolve, Burroughs delivers another vibrant chapter in the expansive Barsoom mythos.
First publish date: 1936
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Edgar Rice Burroughs
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