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Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs<\/strong><\/em>
\nCover art and frontispiece by Joe Jusko<\/strong><\/em>
\nForeword by Will Murray\u00a0and afterword by Scott Tracy Griffin<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n

Book 2 of the Tarzan\u00ae Series – Authorized by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., and Featuring Rare and Previously Unpublished Archival Materials<\/h3>\n

Disconsolate over the loss of Jane Porter\u2019s hand to his cousin William Cecil Clayton, Tarzan renounces his title of Lord Greystoke and returns to Paris to visit his friend Paul D\u2019Arnot. Realizing the ape-man is not suited to the vicissitudes of civilization, D\u2019Arnot helps his grieving comrade acquire a post in the French Secret Service that better fits Tarzan\u2019s adventurous nature.<\/p>\n

After disrupting a Russian espionage operation, the ape-man is tossed overboard during his ocean passage to South Africa, and resumes his primitive life on the West Coast. He befriends the Waziri tribe and leads them on a trek to explore the lost city of Opar, a forgotten land populated by a bestial race, ruled by the mercurial high priestess La. There, Tarzan\u2019s path will cross once again with that of Jane Porter, but can the two realize their love is destined before they meet death on the altar of the Flaming God?<\/p>\n

The Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library<\/h3>\n

For the first time ever, the Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library presents the complete literary works of the Master of Adventure in uniform hardcover editions. Published by the company founded by Mr. Burroughs in 1923, each volume of the Authorized Library is packed with extras and rarities not to be found in any other edition. From cover art and frontispieces by legendary artist Joe Jusko to forewords and afterwords by today\u2019s authorities and luminaries to a treasure trove of bonus materials mined from the company\u2019s extensive archives in Tarzana, California, the Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library will take you on a journey of wonder and imagination you will never forget.<\/p>\n

Edgar Rice Burroughs: Master of Adventure<\/h3>\n

The creator of the immortal characters Tarzan of the Apes and John Carter of Mars, Edgar Rice Burroughs is one of the world\u2019s most popular authors. His timeless tales of heroes and heroines transport readers from the jungles of Africa and the dead sea bottoms of Barsoom to the miles-high forests of Amtor and the savage inner world of Pellucidar, and even to alien civilizations beyond the farthest star. Mr. Burroughs\u2019 books are estimated to have sold hundreds of millions of copies, and they have spawned 60 films and 250 television episodes.<\/p>\n

Joe Jusko: Visionary Artist<\/h3>\n

Joe Jusko is among today\u2019s most acclaimed fantasy, pin-up, and comic artists. His work has been featured on book and comic posters, and on the much-praised 1992 Marvel Masterpieces trading cards. Jusko is a recipient of myriad industry honors, including a Certificate of Merit from the Society of Illustrators and a 2001 Chesley Award nomination. Fittingly, he was born on September 1, sharing his birthday with Edgar Rice Burroughs. Jusko\u2019s longtime love of Burroughs\u2019 work continues to inspire him in illustrating the Authorized Library and bringing the author\u2019s creative vision to life.<\/p>\n

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See all the books in the Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library<\/strong><\/div>\n
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#1 Tarzan of the Apes<\/a>
\n#2 The Return of Tarzan<\/a>
\n#3 The Beasts of Tarzan<\/a>
\n#4 The Son of Tarzan<\/a>
\n#5 Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar<\/a>
\n#6 Jungle Tales of Tarzan<\/a>
\n#7 Tarzan the Untamed<\/a>
\n#8 Tarzan the Terrible<\/a>
\n#9 Tarzan and the Golden Lion<\/a>
\n#10 Tarzan and the Ant Men<\/a>
\n#11 Tarzan Lord of the Jungle<\/a>
\n#12 Tarzan and the Lost Empire<\/a>
\n#13 Tarzan at the Earth’s Core<\/a>
\n#14 Tarzan the Invincible<\/a>
\n#15 Tarzan Triumphant<\/a>
\n#16 Tarzan and the City of Gold<\/a>
\n#17 Tarzan and the Lion Man<\/a>
\n#18 Tarzan and the Leopard Men<\/a>
\n#19 Tarzan’s Quest<\/a>
\n#20 Tarzan and the Forbidden City<\/a><\/p>\n

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Copyright Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Tarzan\u00ae, Tarzan of the Apes\u2122, Lord of the Jungle\u00ae, Tarzan and Jane\u00ae, John Clayton\u2122, Lord Greystoke\u2122, Tarzan Yell\u00ae, The Tarzan Twins\u2122, Jane Porter\u00ae, Jane Clayton\u2122, Lady Greystoke\u2122, Korak\u2122, Korak the Killer\u2122, Meriem\u2122, Jad-bal-ja\u2122, Nkima\u2122, La of Opar\u2122, Opar\u2122, Gryf\u2122, Mangani\u2122, John Carter\u00ae, John Carter of Mars\u00ae, Barsoom, Amtor, Pellucidar, and Beyond the Farthest Star\u2122 owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Associated logos, characters, names, and the distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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