Before he met Jane. Before he became a legend. In this collection of short stories, Edgar Rice Burroughs takes you back to the early days of Tarzan's life, when he was just a young boy learning the brutal, beautiful lessons of the jungle. These tales are a raw, intimate look into the formative moments that shaped the man we know as the Lord of the Apes. Witness his first brutal kill, his first friendship, and his first heartbreak. You’ll be there as he learns the laws of the jungle and battles to prove his dominance among the great apes. Each story is a standalone adventure, revealing a new aspect of his character—his fierce curiosity, his savage loyalty, and his growing understanding of the world around him. From his mischievous childhood games to his heartbreaking encounters with the savage beasts and treacherous humans of his world, these are the moments that made him. It's a psychological exploration of the character, revealing the foundations of his moral code and his unique strength. Jungle Tales of Tarzan is a captivating journey into the heart of the jungle. It is an essential read for any fan, a rich and powerful chronicle of the trials, triumphs, and defining moments of a boy who dared to be more than a man. This is the untold story of a legend, a collection that will deepen your appreciation for the complex and compelling character of Tarzan.

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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.