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Asterix: Asterix The Gladiator

Album 4
By René Goscinny
Series: Asterix
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In Asterix: Asterix The Gladiator, Asterix and his friend Obelix embark on an adventure to rescue their druid, Getafix, who has been captured by the Romans. Getafix is forced into the arena as a gladiator in Rome's Colosseum. Asterix and Obelix cleverly disguise themselves and employ their unique skills to save their druid and outwit their enemies.
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You might enjoy this book if you love humorous adventures set in ancient times, where clever characters often overcome obstacles through wit and creativity. René Goscinny's narrative combines engaging storytelling with lively illustrations, making it a delightful read for both children and adults who appreciate classic comic tales with historical flair.

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Asterix: Asterix The Gladiator

The fourth album chronicling the adventures of Asterix and friends.

Asterix is the highest-selling book series in the world. Worldwide sales now exceed 320,000,000, outstripping even J K Rowling. Asterix has been translated into 107 languages and dialects. 11,000 web sites devoted to Asterix. Combined UK sales of the last 5 books - 2.2 million copies.

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Gaul was divided into three parts. No, four parts—for one small village of indomitable Gauls still held out against the Roman invaders.

Asterix: Asterix The Gladiator is the fourth book in the series. The Romans capture Cacofonix as a gift for Caesar, who plans to throw him to the lions. To get into the Circus Maximus and rescue their bard, Asterix and Obelix have to become gladiators.

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Asterix: Asterix The Gladiator is celebrated for its exceptional artistry and intricate wordplay that transcends age barriers, offering rich layers of satire and historical references. It is highly regarded as a pinnacle of literary achievement, with the English translations by Anthea Bell and Derek Hockridge praised for capturing the essence of the original French stories, making them timeless classics.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780752866116

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 April 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Children's Books

Illustration: 48

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Albert Uderzo
  • Illustrated by Albert Uderzo
  • Illustrated by Albert Uderzo

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 219.0mm

Height: 285.0mm

Weight: 238g

Pages: 48

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About the Author

Rene Goscinny was born in Paris in 1926, and spent most of his childhood in Argentina, before eventually moving to Paris in 1951. He died in 1977. Albert Uderzo was born in 1927 in a small village in Marne, France. He met Rene Goscinny in 1951 and on 29 October 1959 their most famous creation, Asterix, made his first appearance on page 20 of Pilote. Asterix the Gaul, their first album, was published in 1961 and there have now been 33 Asterix albums. Albert Uderzo was born in 1927 in a small village in Marne, France. He met Rene Goscinny in 1951 and on 29 October 1959 their most famous creation, Asterix, made his first appearance on page 20 of Pilote. Asterix the Gaul, their first album, was published in 1961 and there have now been 33 Asterix albums.

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