I'd been exposed to Tarzan and John Carter in comics, films, strips, radio shows, BLBs and merch as a kid since the late '40s and into the early '50s. 

The mid-50s were an exciting time when I discovered MAD, football, Zane Grey, Elvis. . . and The Chessmen of Mars. . . followed by the Tarzan Whitmans and G&Ds . . . I had to find more Burroughs . . . a very difficult task in those years. 

I contacted booksellers around Canada which led me to the UK paperbacks and second hand book dealers, which led me to dealers in England. 

I discovered a magazine devoted to Burroughs published by an English fan -- Peter Ogden's ERBANIA! I bought 'em all. I've been a fan and in awe of Pete's treasure trove of ERB knowledge ever since. 

It was a thrill to finally meet Pete and Joan in ERB conventions.

We miss you Pete.