A Princess Of Mars

**"A Princess of Mars"** is a science fantasy novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, first published in 1912. It follows John Carter, a Confederate veteran who is mysteriously transported to Mars, known as Barsoom. On Mars, he discovers he has superhuman strength due to the planet's lower gravity and becomes embroiled in the planet's political and military conflicts. He encounters various Martian races, including the green-skinned Tharks and the red-skinned humanoids, and falls in love with Dejah Thoris, the Princess of Helium. The novel combines adventure, romance, and science fiction, introducing readers to an imaginative world that has significantly influenced the science fiction genre.