• CHAPTER V  — Thuvia- Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter V of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars," Carthoris embarks on a perilous journey through a dark and mysterious tunnel, escaping the pursuit of lethal creatures known as banths. Emerging into a moonlit valley, he discovers the stunning landscape of an unknown civilization, populated by auburn-haired people and fierce lions, contrasting sharply with the green warriors of Mars he is accustomed to. Amidst this, Carthoris unexpectedly encounters Thuvia, princess of Ptarth, who had been abducted, sparking a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter V begins with Gore, struggling in the sick bay aboard the Erebus, nursing frostnip while also grappling with the psychological and emotional toll of a recent shooting incident. The cold has ravaged his body, and the chilling effects are made worse by the sense of urgency surrounding the aftermath. Stanley, the ship’s doctor, is visibly shaken as he works to tend to Gore’s injuries, clearly disturbed by the situation. His movements are hurried and frantic, reflecting his anxiety about the…
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      by LovelyMay In Chapter IX of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars," Carthoris, Thuvia, and Jav find themselves in a perilous situation beneath the city of Lothar, having been targeted for sacrifice to Komal, a deity revered by Lothar's people. Expecting a fearsome creature but instead confronting a banth (a Martian beast), they are astonished when Thuvia, showcasing her unique ability to communicate with and command such creatures, tames the beast, demonstrating to Jav and Carthoris that Komal is but a mere animal. Exploring…
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      by LovelyMay In Chapter IX of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars," Carthoris, Thuvia, and Jav fall into a pit as a result of Tario's anger but emerge unscathed. Inside the chamber they find themselves in, they face threats including Komal, believed by Jav to be a deity set to devour them. However, Thuvia tames Komal, revealing the creature to be just a giant banth (a Martian beast) and not a divine entity. They proceed to escape the chamber through a series of corridors and into a plain where they anticipate confrontation from…
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      by LovelyMay In Chapter IX of "Gulliver of Mars," the protagonist finds himself in a desolate and eerie region after landing on a shore surrounded by low islands, rank vegetation, and shallow pools, with a forest beyond. As night falls, he takes shelter under a tree, facing the lonely and chilling wilderness alone. The night is alive with strange and unsettling sounds, suggesting the presence of unseen creatures and haunting the protagonist with their cries. As he attempts to rest, the night brings more unsettling…
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      by LovelyMay In the realm of Mars, the very concept of a political or administrative system is rendered obsolete by the overarching governance of love and self-guidance among its inhabitants. This notion stands in stark contrast to the Earthly reliance on complex bureaucracies and governmental structures, which many may find surprising or even disappointing. The Martian society thrives without the need for political overseers or regulatory bodies, attributing this notable absence to the elimination of selfishness and…
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      by LovelyMay In Chapter IX of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars," by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Carthoris, Thuvia, and Jav fall into a trap set by Tario in Lothar, finding themselves in a chamber confronted by a creature known as Komal. Initially feared to be a god, Komal turns out to be a banth (a Martian lion) that Thuvia tames with her soothing voice, revealing the power of belief and perception in this world where mental powers can materialize thought. Together, they explore the strange city, eventually coming upon an arena where…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter IX unfolds in May 1859, as Captain Leopold McClintock’s expedition, which had endured eight months of entrapment by the ice in Bellot Strait, finally sees the harsh winter come to an end. With the return of the sun, McClintock and his crew, already weakened by frostbite and scurvy, prepare to venture south across King William Land. Led by Lieutenant Hobson, they begin the arduous journey, with the desperate need to find supplies and ensure their survival weighing heavily on them. Along the way,…
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      by LovelyMay Upon dawn, Thuvia, Princess of Ptarth, notices her abductors now bear the insignia of Helium instead of Dusar, sparking hope Carthoris of Helium means her no harm. Despite her inquiries, the abductors remain secretive about their intentions. Their journey ends at a deserted city on Mars, a relic from a bygone era, now a haunt for the green nomadic tribes. These desolate places were familiar to Thuvia from her previous adventures, yet fear grips her as she is left alone in the plaza, reflecting on the…
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      by LovelyMay Lodged regally in a foreign Martian city, the narrator awakens from a restful sleep in a luxurious chamber and ventures onto a terrace to absorb the breathtaking sunrise and city view. Below, he observes a colorful gathering of locals participating in a communal food distribution, illustrating the people's indolence and reliance on a group of diligent yellow-clothed slaves who manage the city's labor. An, his Martian friend, approaches with a cheerful greeting and informs him that the government is ready…
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