# By Kamlot's Grave explained — Pirates of Venus

> Chapter companion for Pirates of Venus by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

## What happens

Carson Napier, believing Kamlot dead from a targo attack, carries his body through the Venusian forest to return it to his people. After falling into a spider's web, he is rescued by Kamlot, who was not dead but paralyzed by the targo's poison. Carson revives him, and they set out together to find their way back to the city, discussing the dangers of Amtor and the customs of Kamlot's people.

## Themes in this chapter

### Survival and Resilience

Carson's arduous journey with Kamlot's body and his resourcefulness in reviving him highlight the theme of survival against nature's dangers.

### Honor and Loyalty

Carson's determination to return Kamlot's body to his people, despite the burden, demonstrates loyalty and a sense of honor.

### Exploration and the Unknown

The descent through the forest and the encounter with the spider's web underscore the perils of exploring an alien world.

## Character check-ins

### Carson Napier

Carries Kamlot's body, falls into a spider web, and revives Kamlot.

### Kamlot

Revived from targo poison, explains Amtorian customs and the basto.

### Duare

Recalled by Carson as the 'gorgeous girl in the garden'.

### Chand Kabi

Mentioned as Carson's childhood teacher in India.

### Jimmy Welsh

Recalled fondly by Carson as a dear friend.

## Key lines

> I finished the work that Kamlot and I had nearly completed when the targo attacked us

Carson completed the tarel gathering that was interrupted by the targo attack.

_Shows Carson's dedication to the mission despite the tragedy._

> The idea of leaving the body here was repugnant to me.

Carson felt it was unacceptable to abandon Kamlot's body.

_Highlights Carson's sense of duty and friendship._

> I was witnessing a resurrection.

Carson saw Kamlot come back to life.

_Dramatic moment of hope and relief._

> You are a jong among friends!

Kamlot praises Carson as a noble leader among companions.

_Shows Kamlot's gratitude and respect for Carson's actions._

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