A brutal, unforgiving jungle. A world ruled by fang and claw. Here, amidst the tangled vines and towering trees of darkest Africa, a legend is born. Abandoned as an infant, the son of an English lord is raised by a she-ape named Kala, his destiny forever entwined with the wild. He is not a boy, but a creature of primal instinct and fierce loyalty—he is Tarzan, a name whispered with both fear and reverence by the great apes of his tribe. Edgar Rice Burroughs masterfully crafts an epic tale of identity, survival, and the unyielding clash between civilization and the savage heart. Witness the extraordinary transformation of a helpless baby into a formidable jungle warrior, endowed with the agility of a chimpanzee and the strength of a gorilla. But his journey is more than just a struggle for survival. Guided by an innate curiosity, he discovers his true heritage in the deserted cabin of his parents, where he teaches himself to read from their books—a human mind imprisoned in an untamed body. His world is irrevocably changed when a new expedition, lost on the shore, brings with it a captivating young woman, Jane Porter. For the first time, Tarzan encounters his own kind, triggering a profound and agonizing conflict within his soul. Does he belong with the savage beasts who raised him, or the strange, new species he has just met? Tarzan of the Apes is a timeless adventure that explores what it truly means to be human. It is a story of an unbreakable bond, a search for belonging, and a destiny that defies all logic. Prepare to be swept into a world of breathtaking action and profound emotion, where the king of the jungle must navigate the most dangerous terrain of all: the human heart. This is the origin story of an icon—a tale that will forever define the wild call of adventure.

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Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875–1950) was an American author best known for creating two of the most enduring icons in popular fiction: Tarzan of the Apes and John Carter of Mars. Burroughs’ vivid imagination and adventurous storytelling transported readers to exotic jungles and distant planets, captivating audiences worldwide. With his groundbreaking pulp fiction style, he became a pioneer of modern science fiction and fantasy. Burroughs’ works, brimming with action, romance, and heroism, continue to inspire adaptations and entertain fans across generations.