At the Earth's Core
At the Earth's Core
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Novel • Fiction
Pellucidar • Early 20th century
2003
Adult
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
In At the Earth's Core by Edgar Rice Burroughs, individuals experience an underground adventure within the world of Pellucidar. They encounter various creatures and societies, navigating challenges in this hidden realm. The story explores themes of discovery, survival, and the clash of different civilizations beneath the Earth's surface.
Adventurous
Fantastical
Mysterious
Exciting
Suspenseful
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Review Roundup
At the Earth's Core by Edgar Rice Burroughs offers a thrilling adventure with imaginative world-building and fast-paced action. The novel excels in creativity and escapism, though some reviews criticize its dated prose and character development. Fans of pulp fiction find it engaging, while modern readers may find certain elements less compelling.
Who Should Read At the Earth's Core?
Readers who enjoy At the Earth's Core by Edgar Rice Burroughs appreciate classic science fiction and fantasy with adventurous themes. Fans of Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth or H.G. Wells' The Time Machine will find similar enjoyment in Burroughs' imaginative storytelling and exploration of unknown worlds.
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At the Earth's Core was initially serialized in 1914 in All-Story Weekly before being published as a standalone novel in 1922.
The novel introduces the fictional hollow Earth setting of Pellucidar, a concept that Burroughs expands upon in several sequels.
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Burroughs' work, including At the Earth's Core, significantly contributed to the popularization of the "lost world" literary genre in the early 20th century.
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Novel • Fiction
Pellucidar • Early 20th century
2003
Adult
12-18 years
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