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    • CHAPTER VI – Trade and Barter are Unknown Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER VI - Trade and Barter are Unknown in Martian society, the concepts of trade and barter are non-existent. Instead, Martians follow a model of collective cooperation, where the production and distribution of goods serve the needs of the entire community rather than benefiting individual profit. This system allows for a more harmonious and equitable distribution of resources, where necessities such as food, clothing, and other essential items are provided based on the community's collective needs, not…
    • by LovelyMay In Chapter VI of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars," titled "The Jeddak of Lothar," Carthoris and Thuvia continue their adventure on the mysterious and war-torn planet Barsoom. Initially, they are baffled by the disappearance of thousands of dead bowmen from a battlefield, a mystery that Carthoris deems "uncanny." Despite their apprehension, they decide to seek sanctuary within the walls of the city of Lothar, hoping to find a place more welcoming than the perilous terrain that hosts banths—fierce, lion-like…
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      Chapter VI

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VI begins with the leaders of a small group—a frail elderly man and two younger hunters—requesting permission to board the ship Erebus. In the absence of an interpreter from Franklin’s expedition, Captain Crozier of the Terror reluctantly steps in to facilitate communication, despite the clear language barrier between him and the Esquimaux. A party of ten natives is welcomed aboard, but their behavior is immediately striking for its departure from typical native customs. Instead of the…
    • CHAPTER V -Gulliver of  Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay When the protagonist wakes up in the Martian wilderness, he and An continue their exploration, eventually witnessing a festival where the locals engage in various games and performances. The protagonist's daring demonstration of javelin-throwing and using his wits to bring down a seemingly invulnerable mystic earns him recognition. Later, he separates from An and experiences Martian hospitality and camaraderie, culminating in an invitation to witness Princess Heru's ceremonial reading of the year's…
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER V - Property and Property Rights on Mars presents an alternative to Earth’s approach to wealth and material possession, one that reflects a collective and spiritual understanding rather than individual accumulation. On Mars, all property is viewed as a divine gift, meant to be shared for the benefit of the community. There is no emphasis on private ownership or the hoarding of goods, as Martians understand that material wealth is fleeting. True wealth, according to their beliefs, is found in…
    • 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…
    • CHAPTER IX -Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      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…
    • CHAPTER IX -Gulliver of  Mars Cover
      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 CHAPTER IX - Mars has no Political System offers a detailed exploration of how Martian society operates without the conventional political structures that dominate Earth. On Mars, there is no need for political systems or governmental oversight, as the inhabitants rely entirely on an overarching principle of love and self-guidance to govern their actions. Unlike the bureaucracies and political hierarchies commonly found on Earth, Martian society thrives through self-regulation, with individuals guided by…
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