About this book
Edgar Rice Burroughs' *At the Earth's Core* launches listeners into one of science fiction's most imaginative adventures—a journey to a hidden world beneath our feet. When wealthy mining heir David Innes and brilliant inventor Abner Perry activate their revolutionary iron mole, they plunge 500 miles into the Earth's crust, discovering Pellucidar: a vast, sunlit realm featuring prehistoric landscapes, exotic civilizations, and creatures thought extinct for millennia.
This groundbreaking novel blends hard science with thrilling adventure, featuring Burroughs' signature fast-paced storytelling and inventive world-building. As Innes and Perry navigate this subterranean paradise, they encounter danger at every turn—from hostile tribes and ferocious dinosaurs to the machinations of the reptilian Mahars who rule through terror and telepathy. The story explores themes of discovery, survival, and the clash between advanced civilization and primal nature, all while maintaining the sense of wonder that defined early science fiction.
Perfect for fans of classic adventure fiction, steampunk elements, and imaginative speculative worlds, *At the Earth's Core* remains a captivating introduction to the Pellucidar series. Whether you're discovering Burroughs for the first time or revisiting this timeless tale, this audiobook delivers the escapism and excitement that made him one of science fiction's most beloved pioneers.
