the Tarzan franchise

The Tarzan franchise centers on the fictional character Tarzan, an English nobleman raised by apes in the African jungle. Originating from Edgar Rice Burroughs' 1912 novel, Tarzan is often depicted as a symbol of wildness, strength, and connection to nature. The franchise has expanded into numerous books, films, television series, comics, and other media, portraying Tarzan's adventures, conflicts, and interactions with both jungle inhabitants and civilization. It explores themes of identity, nature versus nurture, and environmental conservation, making Tarzan a lasting cultural icon for over a century.