Publication: Jan in India
Author: Otis Adelbert Kline
Date: 1974
ISBN: 0-87707-131-4 [978-0-87707-131-0]
Publisher: Fictioneer Books
Price: $3.50
Pages: 190
Format: trade paperback
Type: NOVEL
Cover: Jan in India by Steve Leialoha
Notes: "First Edition|1974" on page [191]. [Currey]
Limited to 1500 copies.

CONTENTS:

Contents :

Jan in India • interior artwork by Steve Leialoha
Foreword (Jan in India) • essay by David Anthony Kraft
Jan in India • [Jan of the Jungle • 2] • novel by Otis Adelbert Kline
Glossary (Jan in India) • essay by David Anthony Kraft

Otis Adelbert Kline was an American author, best known for his science fiction and fantasy works. He was born on July 1, 1891, in Chicago, Illinois, and died on October 24, 1946, in Buffalo, New York.

Kline began his writing career in the early 20th century, publishing his first story, "The Skull of Silence," in 1912. He primarily wrote pulp fiction, contributing to magazines like Argosy, Weird Tales, and Amazing Stories. Kline was a contemporary of other famous pulp writers such as Edgar Rice Burroughs and H.P. Lovecraft.

His most famous work is the "Planet of Peril" series, which includes novels like "Planet of Peril" (1933), "Prince of Peril" (1934), and "The Port of Peril" (1949). These stories are set on the planet Venus and feature swashbuckling adventure, exotic settings, and heroic protagonists.

Kline's writing style was often characterized by fast-paced action, vivid descriptions, and a sense of wonder. He was known for his imaginative world-building and ability to create compelling characters. Many of his stories incorporated elements of planetary romance, sword and sorcery, and science fiction.

In addition to his science fiction and fantasy works, Kline also wrote adventure stories set in historical periods, such as "Jan of the Jungle" (1931) and "The Secret Ray" (1936).

While Kline's popularity declined after his death, his works have been influential and continue to be appreciated by fans of pulp fiction and early science fiction. His stories often transport readers to exciting and imaginative worlds, making him a notable figure in the genre.