Tintin: Hergé and His Creation

Name: Tintin: Hergé and His Creation
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SKU: 9781848546721
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By Harry Thompson

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Tintin: Hergé and His Creation by Harry Thompson delves into the life of Georges Remi, the Belgian artist known as Hergé, who created the iconic boy reporter Tintin. The book provides insight into Hergé's creative genius and the evolution of his most famous character, while exploring the social and historical contexts that influenced his work. It offers a detailed portrait of Hergé's career, revealing the man behind the legendary adventures.
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You might like this book if you're fascinated by the creative process behind iconic comic characters and the personal journey of a beloved artist. It's a captivating exploration of Hergé's life and work, offering insight into the inspirations and challenges he faced while creating the renowned Tintin series.

Tintin: Hergé and His Creation

The little black-and-white cartoon figure of Tintin first appeared in Belgium in 1929 in a Catholic newspaper where his creator, Herge, worked. Harry Thompson looks at the story of Herge, of Tintin and his origins, and beyond to when President de Gaulle could call Tintin 'his only rival'.

A fascinating and witty account of the life of Tintin, his creator, and the phenomenon that they became.

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The little black-and-white cartoon figure of Tintin first appeared in Belgium in 1929 in a Catholic newspaper where his creator, Hergé, worked. Harry Thompson looks at the story of Hergé, of Tintin and his origins, and beyond to when President de Gaulle could call Tintin his only rival.

Harry Thompson's Tintin: Hergé and His Creation delves into the fascinating journey of Tintin's creation and his enduring legacy in the world of comics.

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Harry Thompson's biography presents a definitive and enjoyable account of Hergé and his iconic creation, Tintin. The book is praised for its wit, thorough research, and the author's evident admiration for both Hergé and Tintin. It offers a delightful and insightful portrait that appeals broadly, making readers eager to revisit the adventures of Tintin with a new perspective.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781848546721

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 October 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Murray Publishers Ltd

Illustration: B&W inset

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 254g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Harry Thompson is the inventor and editor of many TV comedy series including Have I Got News For You and Never Mind the Buzzcocks. He is the author of acclaimed bestsellers, including Peter Cook: A Biography. His most recent book is a historical novel, This Thing of Darkness. He worked as a producer at Talkback TV and in his spare time ran an infamous cricket team, the Captain Scott XI. He died in November 2005.

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