There is a game on Mars similar to chess-very similar, save that it is played on a board of a hundred squares, and with ornate pieces. The Martians call it jetan, and it is as old as the civilization of Barsoom. But in the Martian city of Manator, jetan i
Download and start listening now!
"The second book in the Mars series. The first three books make a trilogy, and this one is very strong, perhaps even better than the first, but not quite as good as "Warlord of Mars," which came next. "
— Charles (5 out of 5 stars)
Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875–1950), born in Chicago, was educated at Michigan Military Academy and served briefly in the US Cavalry. He began writing while working as a pencil-sharpener salesman, publishing his first piece in 1912 to great success. He authored numerous science fiction and fantasy series but is most famous for his Tarzan books; the suburb of Los Angeles where he lived eventually became known as Tarzana.
Gene Engene is a voice talent and audiobook narrator.