Tarzan the Untamed
Tarzan the Untamed
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Africa • 1910s
2021
Adult
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
In Tarzan the Untamed, Edgar Rice Burroughs narrates the adventures of a person named Tarzan as he navigates the African wilderness during World War I. Seeking vengeance for presumed losses, Tarzan encounters both human and animal characters, leading to action-filled exploration and unexpected alliances.
Adventurous
Exciting
Romantic
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
3,580 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Tarzan the Untamed by Edgar Rice Burroughs delivers thrilling jungle adventures and intriguing plot twists, capturing readers' imaginations with its vivid action scenes. However, some critics note that character development is lacking, and the pacing occasionally falters. Overall, it remains an engaging addition to the Tarzan series, appealing to action and adventure fans.
Who Should Read Tarzan the Untamed?
Fans of high adventure, exotic settings, and classic heroics will enjoy Tarzan the Untamed by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Readers of Kipling’s The Jungle Book or Haggard’s King Solomon’s Mines will appreciate its action-packed narrative and exploration of untamed wilderness.
3,580 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Tarzan the Untamed was initially serialized in Argosy All-Story Weekly in 1919 before being published as a book in 1920.
The book was written during World War I, and Edgar Rice Burroughs incorporated elements of the war into the storyline, reflecting the global tensions of the time.
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Tarzan the Untamed is the seventh book in the Tarzan series, continuing the adventures of the iconic jungle hero and reflecting Burroughs' growing popularity as a writer.
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Novel • Fiction
Africa • 1910s
2021
Adult
12-18 years
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