The land of hidden men

Name: The land of hidden men
Author: Edgar Rice Burroughs

By Edgar Rice Burroughs

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A young American explorer disregards a native guide's warnings and penetrates a Southeast Asian jungle to investigate legendary Khmer ruins. The narrative follows his trek through oppressive heat and treacherous terrain, encounters with wildlife and hostile tribes, and gradual revelations of forgotten temples and a concealed civilization. Tension arises from local superstitions about ancestral ghosts, survival challenges, and cultural clashes as he seeks to map and understand the lost cities hidden beneath the forest canopy.

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Edgar Rice Burroughs

Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American author best known for his influential works in the science fiction and adventure genres. He gained fame with his iconic creation, Tarzan, first introduced in the novel "Tarzan of the Apes," which has become a staple of popular culture. Burroughs also created the Barsoom series, starting with "A Princess of Mars," which explores themes of heroism and alien worlds. His imaginative storytelling and pioneering contributions to the genre have left a lasting legacy, inspiring countless adaptations and authors. Burroughs' works often blend adventure with elements of fantasy, making him a significant figure in early 20th-century literature.