Julian

Part I: The Moon Maid

Key human character who interacts with the Moon Maid, representing Earth's perspective.

Prologue

The mysterious admiral met in the Blue Room; he hints at having lived future experiences and speaks enigmatically about time.

The Flight of 'The Barsoom'

Narrator and captain of the Barsoom; reflects on his family history and his antagonistic relationship with Orthis.

The Heart of the Moon

The narrator and commander, orders Orthis's arrest, examines the gauge, and broadcasts a final message after the radio is destroyed.

III: Human Quadrupeds

Captain of The Barsoom; leads the landing party, gives orders for sleep and analysis, and considers Orthis's plea for mercy.

In the Hands of the Va-Gas

Narrates the capture and observations of Va-Gas society.

V: A Lunar Storm

Narrator and captive among the Va-gas; learns their language and observes their customs and fears.

An Exodus and a Battle

Attempts to explain Earth and the solar system to Nah-ee-lah, and observes the battle from a knoll.

VII: The Moon Maid Escapes

Narrator and protagonist; defends Nah-ee-lah from Orthis, is bound by Va-gas, and breaks free to rescue her.

Into the Mouth of the Crater

Narrator and protagonist; escapes the village, fashions a wooden club, and rescues Nah-ee-lah from falling into a crater.

IX: The Fight with the Kalkars

Leads the fight against the Kalkars, using chairs as weapons to protect Nah-ee-lah and himself.

XI: Laythe

Narrator and protagonist, now called Ju-lan-fit by the Laytheans; reflects on his bond with Nah-ee-lah and adapts to Laythean customs.

XII: Ko-Tah Threatens the Princess

Presented at court; spies on Ko-tah's conspiracy.

Ko-Tah Is Killed

Kills Ko-tah in combat; advises Nah-ee-lah on military strategy and recognizes Orthis's involvement.

Back to "The Barsoom"

Narrates his pursuit of The Barsoom, reunites with his crew, and confesses his love to Nah-ee-lah.

Part II: The Moon Men

Ancestor of Julian 9th, central to the lineage and the story's continuity.

Part II: The Moon Men

Julian 9th, the protagonist of Part II, whose story is being told.

Prologue

Commander of the International Peace Fleet; dies in explosion with Orthis.

Prologue

Refers to Julian 9th, the protagonist of the story to come.

Prologue

Born a century after Julian 5th; will tell his own story.

The Flag

Narrator and protagonist, born in Chicago in 2100, son of Julian 8th and Elizabeth James.

II: The Hellhounds

Narrator and protagonist; discovers his great strength and loses his fear during the fight with the hellhounds.

Brother General Or-Tis

Narrator and protagonist; peddles goat's milk, meets Juana, and faces Or-Tis's search of his home.

A Fight on Market Day

Narrator and protagonist; defies Kalkar authority by fighting Vonbulen and humiliating Soor.

V: The Court-Martial

The protagonist, Julian 9th, is arrested and brought before a military tribunal. He defends himself courageously and is released with a warning.

Betrayed

Narrator and protagonist; attends the secret church service, marries Juana, and leads the escape through the tunnel.

VII: The Arrest of Julian 8th

Narrator and protagonist; obtains land, builds a home, tames Red Lightning, and attempts to help his father after his arrest.

VIII: I Horsewhip an Officer

Narrator and protagonist; learns of father's fate, kills Peter Johansen, and horsewhips a Kash Guard officer.

IX: Revolution

Narrator and protagonist; escapes prison, leads the revolt against the Kash Guard.

X: The Butcher

Leads the rebellion, carries The Flag, fights through the battle, and resolves to rescue Juana from Or-tis.

Part III: The Red Hawk

Julian 20th, the protagonist of this part, called The Red Hawk.

I: The Desert Clans

Julian 20th traces his lineage back to Julian 1st, born in 1896, and recounts the deeds of his forebears, including Julian 9th and Julian 18th.

V: The Sea

Narrator and protagonist; escapes captivity with an Or-tis, reaches the sea.

VII: Bethelda

Julian 20th, the Red Hawk, encounters Bethelda and struggles with his feelings for her despite her being a blood enemy.

VIII: Raban

Narrator and protagonist, fights Kalkars and is captured while trying to rescue Bethelda.

IX: Reunion

Narrator and protagonist; plans and executes Bethelda's rescue, duels Raban.

Peace

Narrator and protagonist, Julian 20th, the Red Hawk, who leads the final campaign against the Kalkars and confesses his love to Bethelda.