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The Calculus Affair

By Hergé
Series: The Adventures of Tintin
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The Calculus Affair is a thrilling adventure in which Tintin, Captain Haddock, and Snowy become embroiled in international intrigue when Professor Calculus unwittingly invents a remarkable device that becomes highly sought after by spies. As they try to protect Calculus and uncover the mystery, the trio embarks on a dangerous journey filled with suspense and unexpected twists. This captivating tale keeps readers on the edge of their seats while offering colourful illustrations and comic relief.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of gripping adventures with a dash of mystery and humour, all brought to life with iconic illustrations. This story involves a thrilling escapade with beloved characters as they delve into a conspiracy involving scientific secrets. Ideal for readers who appreciate a blend of action, friendship, and a clever plot.

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The Calculus Affair

Windows, mirrors and chandeliers are spontaneously shattering and Tintin is left flummoxed. After a shooting and a break in, Tintin knows Calculus is in danger, but he has only one clue - an unusual packet of cigarettes. He has a mystery to solve. But can he do it before a terrible weapon falls into the wrong hands?

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One of the most iconic characters in children’s literature

Hergé’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries, and historical adventures.

The world’s most famous travelling reporter is confused by some very strange goings-on. Windows, mirrors, and chandeliers are spontaneously shattering, and Tintin is left flummoxed. After a shooting and a break-in, Tintin knows Professor Calculus is in danger, but he has only one clue – an unusual packet of cigarettes. He has a mystery to solve. But can he do it before a terrible weapon falls into the wrong hands?

Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson in 2011.

The Adventures of Tintin continue to charm more than 90 years after they first found their way into publication. Since then, more than 230 million copies have been sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early 20th.

Hergé (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years, he completed over 20 titles in the The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.

Have you collected all the graphic novel adventures?

Tintin in the Land of the Soviets
Tintin in America
Tintin: Cigars of the Pharaoh
Tintin: The Blue Lotus
Tintin: The Broken Ear
Tintin: The Black Island
Tintin: King Ottakar’s Sceptre
Tintin: The Crab with the Golden Claws
Tintin: The Shooting Star
Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn
Tintin: Red Rackham’s Treasure
Tintin: The Seven Crystal Balls
Tintin: Prisoners of the Sun
Tintin: Land of Black Gold
Tintin: Destination Moon
Tintin: Explorers of the Moon
Tintin: The Calculus Affair
Tintin: The Red Sea Sharks
Tintin in Tibet
Tintin: The Castafiore Emerald
Tintin: Flight 714 to Sydney
The Adventures of Tintin and the Picaros
Tintin and Alph-Art

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The Calculus Affair by Hergé is praised for showcasing grand, global adventures, appealing to young readers by showing them a complex world to explore. Hergé's storytelling captivates audiences, with the book being a favourite for its ability to inspire creativity and adventurous spirit. It is regarded highly as part of Time Out's Top 100 Children's Books and is particularly noted for its appeal among influential authors and entertainers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405208178

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 July 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farshore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 224.0mm

Height: 301.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 64

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Children's Books Graphic Novels Hergé Series: The Adventures of Tintin

About the Author

Herge (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. His pseudonym comes from his initials backwards (R.G., as pronounced in French). Over the course of 54 years he completed 23 albums of The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.

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