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Pellucidar

by Edgar Rice Burroughs

7 books Started 1914 Latest 1944
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The Pellucidar is a Literary Fiction series by Edgar Rice Burroughs, made up of 7 books published between 1914 and 1944. It begins with At the Earth's Core (Short Story) (1914), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Land of Terror (1944), spanning 30 years of storytelling.

7books
30years active
4decades
~5yrs between books
1944latest release

Pellucidar series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Pellucidar series?

Start with At the Earth's Core (Short Story) (1914), the first book in the Pellucidar series by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Pellucidar series?

There are 7 books in the Pellucidar series by Edgar Rice Burroughs, published between 1914 and 1944.

What is the first book in the Pellucidar series?

The first book in the Pellucidar series is At the Earth's Core (Short Story), published in 1914 by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

What is the latest book in the Pellucidar series?

The most recent book in the Pellucidar series is Land of Terror (1944) by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875-1950) was an American author best known for his adventure novels. Born in Chicago, he initially worked various jobs before finding literary success in 1912 with "Tarzan of the Apes." Burroughs created numerous popular series, including the Tarzan books, featuring a feral child raised by apes in the African jungle; the Barsoom novels, set on Mars; and the Pellucidar tales, set in a world beneath the Earth's surface. His works sold millions of copies and were translated into dozens of languages. Burroughs received limited awards but achieved critical success with his vivid and imaginative storytelling. His works continue to be enjoyed by generations of readers, inspiring numerous adaptations into film, television, and other media. His legacy as a pioneer of the adventure genre and a master of pulp fiction remains significant.

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