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Edgar Rice Burroughs
AuthorBooks · Second hand1875-1950
Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American writer, recognized for his prolific output in the adventure, science fiction, and fantasy genres. Best known for creating the characters Tarzan and John Carter, he also wrote the Pellucidar series, the Amtor series, and the Caspak trilogy.
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Titles
15
Featured books
5
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About Edgar Rice Burroughs
Birth
1875
Death
1950
First book
1912
Years writing
38
Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American writer, recognized for his prolific output in the adventure, science fiction, and fantasy genres. Best known for creating the characters Tarzan and John Carter, he also wrote the Pellucidar series, the Amtor series, and the Caspak trilogy.
Edgar Rice Burroughs was born in Chicago in 1875 and became one of the most prolific authors in American literature.
He is world-renowned for creating the iconic character Tarzan and for his fascinating Martian series.
Before dedicating himself to writing, Burroughs led an adventurous life that included service in the 7th U.S. Cavalry.
His work spans an impressive variety of genres, from science fiction and fantasy to westerns and children's literature.
Despite starting out in various odd jobs, he established himself as a master of adventure fiction with over 7,000 recorded works.
