BarsoomName of the planet Mars, used by its inhabitants.
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Fictional representation of the planet Mars."He was transported to the alien world of Barsoom."
TharkA fictional green Martian race in the series.
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One of the Martian races depicted in the book."He was captured by a Thark warrior."
telepathyA method of communication in the book, involving transmitting thoughts.
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Transmission of information from one person to another without using any known human sensory channels or physical interaction."He learned to communicate through telepathy with the Tharks."
cavalrymanThe profession of the protagonist, John Carter, before going to Mars.
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A soldier who fought on horseback."Before his life on Barsoom, he was a cavalryman in the American Civil War."
atmosphere plantA significant location in the book that regulates air and climate on the planet.
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Fictional factory that generates breathable air for Barsoom."The atmosphere plant is essential for life on Barsoom."