The creator of the immortal characters Tarzan of the Apes and John Carter of Mars, Edgar Rice Burroughs is one of the world's most popular authors. His timeless tales of heroes and heroines transport readers from the jungles of Africa and the dead sea bottoms of Barsoom to the miles-high forests of Amtor and the savage inner world of Pellucidar, and even to alien civilizations beyond the farthest star. Mr. Burroughs' books are estimated to have sold hundreds of millions of copies, and they have spawned 60 films and 250 television episodes. Casper Van Dien starred in the 1998 Warner Bros. feature film Tarzan and the Lost City, becoming the twentieth screen Tarzan, and the only Tarzan actor to ride an actual African elephant on set in Africa. His is also known for his breakout role as the lead in the sci-fi film Starship Troopers, which has given rise to one of the largest cult followings in film history, and for his roles in Tim Burton's critically acclaimed film Sleepy Hollow, the web series anthology Mortal Kombat: Legacy, the cyberpunk action film Alita: Battle Angel, and The CW's television series All American. Joe Jusko is among today's most acclaimed fantasy, pin-up, and comic artists. His work has been featured on book and comic posters, and on the much-praised 1992 Marvel Masterpieces trading cards. Jusko is a recipient of myriad industry honors, including a Certificate of Merit from the Society of Illustrators and a 2001 Chesley Award nomination. Fittingly, he was born on September 1, sharing his birthday with Edgar Rice Burroughs. Jusko's longtime love of Burroughs' work continues to inspire him in illustrating the Authorized Library and bringing the author's creative vision to life.