Pellucidar

Pellucidar

By Edgar Rice Burroughs
Michael Caine
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Length5h 22m

About this audiobook

In "Pellucidar," Edgar Rice Burroughs masterfully constructs a captivating subterranean world, exploring themes of adventure, freedom, and the clash of civilizations. Set in the hollow earth, Burroughs introduces readers to a prehistoric land teeming with strange creatures and primitive tribes, all framed within an intricate narrative that blends science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. His vivid description and immersive storytelling style invite readers to experience the visceral thrill of exploration, while also engaging with critical reflections on imperialism and human nature, reflective of the early 20th-century literary context in which he wrote. Burroughs, renowned for creating the iconic character Tarzan, was influenced by his own fascination with adventure and exploration. Having worked in various occupations, including a stint as a businessman and a soldier, he channeled his experiences and dreams into vibrant narratives that resonate with readers seeking escapism. "Pellucidar" was birthed from Burroughs' desire to delve deeper into the human experience, experimenting with the boundaries of reality and imagination. This novel is a must-read for aficionados of speculative fiction and adventure tales. It offers a rich tapestry of escapism that not only entertains but also provokes thought about evolution and societal structures. Readers who appreciate imaginative world-building and profound themes will find "Pellucidar" an exhilarating journey worth embarking on.

Audiobook details

GenreAction and Adventure, Fantasy
Length5 hrs 22 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 8, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1PROLOGUE
17CAPTIVE
2CHAPTER I
18CHAPTER IX
3LOST ON PELLUCIDAR
19HOOJA'S CUTTHROATS APPEAR
4CHAPTER II
20CHAPTER X
5TRAVELING WITH TERROR
21THE RAID ON THE CAVE-PRISON
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6CHAPTER III
22CHAPTER XI
7SHOOTING THE CHUTES—AND AFTER
23ESCAPE
8CHAPTER IV
24CHAPTER XII
9FRIENDSHIP AND TREACHERY
25KIDNAPED!
10CHAPTER V
26CHAPTER XIII
11SURPRISES
27RACING FOR LIFE
12CHAPTER VI
28CHAPTER XIV
13A PENDENT WORLD
29GORE AND DREAMS
14CHAPTER VII
30CHAPTER XV
15FROM PLIGHT TO PLIGHT
31CONQUEST AND PEACE
16CHAPTER VIII

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