If you loved Carson Napier's relentless pursuit of adventure and his determination to overcome perilous obstacles on the planet Venus, you'll be drawn right into Pirates of Venus. This book launches Napier's journey as he crash-lands on Venus and immediately becomes embroiled in a mission fraught with danger, political intrigue, and strange new civilizations. The sense of purpose and action-packed drive will keep you hooked.

If the allure of Amtor's (Venus) bizarre landscapes and richly developed societies fascinated you, you'll be equally captivated by A Princess of Mars. John Carter finds himself on Mars (Barsoom), navigating intricate Martian cultures, learning their customs, and forging deep alliances and rivalries as he adapts to a world both beautiful and dangerous.

If you delighted in the lush, perilous jungles and the unique societies of Venus, you'll enjoy Out of the Silent Planet, where Dr. Ransom is transported to Mars and must navigate its breathtaking alien landscapes and several intelligent species. Lewis's vivid descriptions and imaginative details create a fully realized world that echoes the wonder of Burroughs' Venus.

If Carson's witty banter and the tongue-in-cheek tone of his escapades on Venus made you smile, you'll have a blast with The Stainless Steel Rat. Slippery Jim DiGriz is a master criminal whose exploits are packed with clever dialogue, audacious schemes, and a playful irreverence that keeps the action light and engaging.

If you were swept up by the brisk pace and non-stop peril of Carson's journey across Venus, you'll find similar thrills in The Lost World. Professor Challenger and his expedition race through a prehistoric plateau teeming with danger, their progress driven by constant action and cliffhangers that will keep your heart racing.