Top 10 most inspiring quotes by Edgar Rice Burroughs
- In one respect at least the Martians are a happy people, they have no lawyers.
- If I had followed my better judgment always, my life would have been a very dull one.
- It is a characteristic of the weak and criminal to attribute to others the misfortunes that are the result of their own wickedness.
- For myself, I always assume that a lion is ferocious, and so I am never caught off my guard.
- They say that none of us exists, except in the imagination of his fellows, other than as an intangible, invisible mentality.
- In that little party there was not one who would desert another; yet we were of different countries, different colours, different races, different religions–and one of us was of a different world.
- Mine own people do not care for me, John Carter; I am too unlike them. It is a sad fate, since I must live my life amongst them.
- Captain Billings,” he drawled finally, “if you will pardon my candor, I might remark that you are something of an ass, don’t you know.
- Men were indeed more foolish and more cruel than the beasts of the jungle! How fortunate was he who lived in the peace and security of the great forest!
- I am a very old man. How old I do not know. It is possible I am a hundred, maybe more. I cannot tell because I have never aged as other men do.
Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875 – 1950) was an American author best known for creating the iconic character Tarzan and the science fiction series featuring John Carter of Mars. Born in Chicago, Burroughs led a diverse life before becoming a successful writer. He worked various jobs, including stints in the military, as a gold miner, and as a railroad policeman.
In 1912, Burroughs published his first novel, “A Princess of Mars,” which introduced readers to the adventures of John Carter on the planet Barsoom (Mars). This marked the beginning of his prolific writing career. The following year, he achieved even greater fame with “Tarzan of the Apes,” which introduced the world to the jungle-raised hero Tarzan.
Throughout his career, Burroughs authored numerous novels, spanning various genres including science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. His imaginative and action-packed storytelling captivated readers and contributed to the popularity of the pulp fiction genre in the early 20th century.
Burroughs’ works have left an indelible mark on popular culture, inspiring countless adaptations, films, television shows, and comics. He remains a foundational figure in the development of modern speculative fiction and adventure literature. Edgar Rice Burroughs’ creativity and enduring characters continue to resonate with audiences, making him a lasting icon in the world of literature.
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