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Chapter VI
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…-
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CHAPTER V THUVIA
Downward through a dark, broad tunnel, Carthoris of Helium proceeded, pursued by the blood-curdling moans of banths. Thinking the tunnel a means to cross beneath the cliffs that had thwarted his progress, he found himself stalked by these beasts in utter darkness. When one charged, Carthoris, with the precision inherited from his father, managed to fend off the beast not once, but twice, blinding it before ultimately outmaneuvering it. Escaping into the moonlit expanse beyond the tunnel, he discovered an… -
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CHAPTER V ‑Gulliver of Mars
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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CHAPTER V — Thuvia- Maid of Mars
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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Chapter V
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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CHAPTER IX THUVIA
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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CHAPTER IX ‑Gulliver of Mars
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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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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Chapter IX
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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CHAPTER IV THUVIA
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… - Previous 1 … 6 7 8 … 15 Next
