Under the Moons of Mars

Under the Moons of Mars collects short stories set in Edgar Rice Burroughs' Barsoom universe. The anthology features contributions from multiple science fiction and fantasy authors who expand on Burroughs' vision of Mars. The stories range across different time periods and locations on Barsoom, featuring both new characters and familiar faces from Burroughs' original works. Adventure, romance, and alien cultures remain central elements throughout the collection. The tales explore themes of honor, survival, and cultural contact in Burroughs' romanticized version of Mars. Through their varied interpretations, the authors pay tribute to the enduring influence of the Barsoom series while adding their own perspectives to this classic science fantasy setting.

Readers note this anthology delivers uneven quality across its Mars-themed stories. Many reference the original John Carter tales that inspired them. Readers appreciated: - Fresh perspectives on classic Mars fiction concepts - Strong entries from Joe Lansdale and Peter S. Beagle - Mix of adventure, romance, and classic pulp style - References that honor Edgar Rice Burroughs' source material Common criticisms: - Several stories fail to capture the spirit of planetary romance - Too much focus on Earth rather than Mars settings - Some authors seem unfamiliar with the source material - Collection lacks cohesion between stories Ratings: Goodreads: 3.3/5 (88 ratings) Amazon: 3.7/5 (12 reviews) "The quality varies drastically between stories," notes one Amazon reviewer. "Only about a third really channel that sense of wonder and adventure from the original Barsoom series." A Goodreads review states: "Lansdale's story alone makes this worth reading, but prepare for some slow spots along the way."

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The Sword of Rhiannon by Leigh Brackett An archaeologist on Mars discovers an ancient artifact that pulls him into the planet's mythic past of seas, ancient races, and forbidden technology.

The Gods of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs The second book in Burroughs' Martian series expands the scope of Martian civilization with new races, religions, and territories.

The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury This collection of interconnected stories chronicles humanity's attempts to colonize Mars while encountering its mysterious native inhabitants.

Old Mars edited by George R.R. Martin, Gardner Dozois This anthology presents stories by modern authors writing in the style of classic Mars fiction, featuring canals, ancient civilizations, and sword-wielding heroes.

🌕 The book "Under the Moons of Mars" is a collection of short stories inspired by Edgar Rice Burroughs' Barsoom series, featuring new tales set in the John Carter of Mars universe. 🚀 Several award-winning science fiction authors contributed to this anthology, including Peter S. Beagle, Theodora Goss, and Joe R. Lansdale. 🗡️ The original Barsoom series by Edgar Rice Burroughs, which inspired this collection, began in 1912 and helped establish many of the tropes that would later become staples of science fantasy literature. 🔴 The book includes illustrations for each story, creating a visual connection to the pulp magazine tradition where the original Mars stories were first published. 🎮 This anthology helped introduce a new generation of readers to the Barsoom universe, coinciding with Disney's 2012 film adaptation "John Carter," which was based on the same source material.