Carson of Venus
Cover by Frank Frazetta.
Carson of Venus is the third book in the Venus series (Sometimes called the “Carson Napier of Venus series") by Edgar Rice Burroughs. It was serialized in Argosy in 1938 and published in book form a year later.
The novel, which was written close to the outbreak of World War II, satirizes Nazi Germany by including a fascist political faction called the “Zani.”
Edgar Rice Burroughs
Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875–1950) was an American author, best known for his creation of the jungle hero Tarzan and the heroic Mars adventurer John Carter, although he produced works in many genres.
Venus
Venus is also known as Carson Napier of Venus.
Venus consists of five books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.