Tarzan of the Apes

6W Edgar Rice Burroughs, London: Methuen & Co., 1919. 5th Edition

Notes

Tarzan of the Apes is the original novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, first published in 1912, which introduced the world to the legendary jungle hero. The story follows John Clayton, later known as Tarzan, who is orphaned as a baby in the African jungle and raised by a tribe of great apes called the Mangani. As he grows, Tarzan develops extraordinary strength, intelligence, and agility, learning both the ways of the jungle and eventually his human heritage. The novel combines adventure, romance, and survival, exploring themes of nature versus civilization, identity, and self-discovery. Its success launched a long-running series and established Tarzan as one of the most enduring characters in popular fiction, inspiring countless adaptations in film, comics, and other media.

Description

Salmon cloth cover, black lettering on front cover and spine. Good condition.