A Princess of Mars (2017 Edition) – Illustrated by Michael Kaluta
Edgar Rice Burroughs’ A Princess of Mars (1912), the first book in the iconic Barsoom series, received a stunning revival in this 2017 edition featuring the art of legendary illustrator Michael Kaluta. This seminal sci-fi adventure introduces John Carter, a Civil War veteran mysteriously transported to Mars (Barsoom), where he becomes a warrior-savior amid the planet’s warring factions and falls in love with the fierce Martian princess, Dejah Thoris.
Kaluta’s illustrations—rich with Art Nouveau elegance and pulpy dynamism—breathe fresh life into Burroughs’ swashbuckling tale. His detailed renderings of four-armed Tharks, crumbling Martian cities, and Carter’s gravity-defying leaps honor the novel’s vintage roots while adding a contemporary graphic-novel flair. This edition, part of a wave of tributes to Burroughs’ centennial legacy, bridges early 20th-century planetary romance with modern fantasy art.
For Fans of This Edition, Explore:
- The Moon Maid (2020 edition illus. Kaluta) – Another Burroughs classic with Kaluta’s art.
- Leviathan by Jules Verne (illus. Édouard Riou) – Vintage sci-fi with lavish illustrations.
- Flash Gordon comics by Alex Raymond – For more pulp-hero escapades.
A must for collectors of pulp sci-fi and retro-futuristic art.
