Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American author best known for creating the iconic character Tarzan. Born on September 1, 1875, in Chicago, Illinois, he published his first novel, Tarzan of the Apes, in 1912. Burroughs wrote in various genres, including science fiction and fantasy, and his works have inspired numerous adaptations in film, television, and comics. In addition to Tarzan, Burroughs is famous for the John Carter series, which follows a Civil War veteran transported to the planet Mars. His imaginative storytelling and adventurous plots have made him a significant figure in early 20th-century literature. Burroughs passed away on March 19, 1950.