Tarzan at the Earth's Core

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Tarzan at the Earth's Core

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en

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Tarzan leads an airship expedition into the hollow Earth to rescue Emperor David Innes from the pirate Korsars. Facing prehistoric beasts and savage tribes in the timeless realm of Pellucidar, he must outwit enemies and navigate a world where time and conventional laws of nature do not apply.

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In Edgar Rice Burroughs' *Tarzan at the Earth's Core*, the narrative unfolds within the unique geography of Pellucidar, a hollow Earth where the sun hangs perpetually at the zenith, creating a world of endless noon and timeless existence. The story begins when Tarzan encounters Jason Gridley, an American inventor who has received messages from the inner world. Gridley reveals that Emperor David Innes is imprisoned by the Korsars, a pirate nation, prompting a joint rescue mission with the Pellucidarian fleet. The expedition travels aboard the O-220, a massive dirigible, descending through the polar opening into the vast, sunlit interior. Upon arrival, the heroes face immediate dangers, including the Sagoths, a primitive tribe, and terrifying giant pterodactyls known as thipdars. Tarzan demonstrates his legendary agility and courage, surviving a harrowing attack by a massive thipdar. He skillfully descends from the creature's nest on a lofty granite peak, using a rope to navigate the treacherous cliffs and escape the jaws of the beast's offspring. The narrative builds toward a climactic confrontation with the Korsar city. Utilizing the O-220's superior technology and firepower, Tarzan and Gridley intimidate the Korsars without immediate bloodshed. To deliver an ultimatum to the Korsar leader, The Cid, Gridley sends a prisoner, Lajo, on a daring first-ever parachute jump from the airship. The threat of bombing the city forces the Korsars to release the Emperor and sail out to meet the rescue fleet. The book concludes with the successful return of David Innes to his people in Sari, a joyous reunion for the Pellucidarians. However, a new mystery arises with the disappearance of Lieutenant Von Horst. Gridley decides to remain in Pellucidar to search for him, utilizing native guides and local knowledge, while Tarzan and the others return to the outer world. The story closes with a poignant farewell between Jason and The Red Flower of Zoram, who chooses to stay in Pellucidar with her brother Thoar rather than return with Jason to the outer world, highlighting the divergent paths of those who choose to remain in the timeless inner world versus those who return to the outer crust.

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• Adventure
• Science Fiction