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Asterix: Asterix and The Laurel Wreath

Album 18
By Rene Goscinny
Series: Asterix
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Asterix: Asterix and The Laurel Wreath by Rene Goscinny follows Asterix and Obelix on a comedic adventure to retrieve a laurel wreath from Caesar's palace in Rome. Their quest is sparked by a boast that puts Chief Vitalstatistix's pride on the line, driving the unlikely heroes into a series of humorous mishaps and clever escapades in the heart of the Roman Empire.
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You might enjoy this book if you love humorous adventures featuring clever heroes from ancient times. With its blend of wit, historical references, and lively illustrations, it provides a delightful comic escapade perfect for children and the young at heart who enjoy a hearty dose of fun and mischief.

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Asterix: Asterix and The Laurel Wreath

The 18th album chronicling the much-loved 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 and The Laurel Wreath is the 18th book in the beloved series. In this adventure, Chief Vitalstatistix makes a rash bet with his brother-in-law, the infuriating show-off Homeopathix. He invites Homeopathix to a meal cooked with a very special ingredient: a stew seasoned with Caesar's laurel wreath.

Of course, it is up to Asterix and Obelix to journey to Rome and acquire the coveted wreath, leading them on yet another escapade filled with humour and heroic antics.

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Asterix and The Laurel Wreath is celebrated for its outstanding artistry and rich text filled with wordplay, satire, and historical and political references. It is regarded as an enduring masterpiece that captures the essence of human experience, transcending its original French language through its exceptional English translation by Anthea Bell and Derek Hockridge. Readers appreciate its timeless appeal and literary depth.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780752866376

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 September 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: 4.0mm

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 277.0mm

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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