an Adapatation for the Screen
by David Cortesi

This is a complete, 120pp screen adaptation of Edgar Rice Burroughs' 1913 classic science fiction novel, A Princess of Mars. It was Burroughs' first novel, and it introduced his unique vision of Mars and his hero, John Carter, who would feature in another dozen books.

The screenplay is part of a CELTX project that includes extensive notes and scene breakdowns. To view the project and read the screenplay:

• Click this link to open a new window: Celtx Secure login
• In that window enter the Studio ID thorby.guest
• Enter the password friend and click "login."

Now you can click the "Script" link on the left to read the full screenplay, or read the supporting essays such as "Adapting the Princess" and "How to Speak Barsoomian."