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Tintin in the Land of the Soviets

By Hergé
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Tintin in the Land of the Soviets follows the young reporter Tintin and his loyal dog Snowy as they journey to Soviet Russia to uncover the reality behind Communist propaganda. In this adventurous tale, they navigate through dangerous situations and outwit the authorities while revealing the truth about life under Soviet rule. This book combines thrilling escapades with a blend of humour and satire.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by classic adventure tales featuring young, intrepid journalists. It appeals to those with a fascination for early comic book art and storytelling, offering a unique glimpse into the political landscape and satire of its time. Perfect for young readers or those with a nostalgic appreciation for historic graphic novels.

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Tintin in the Land of the Soviets

Accompanied by his dog Snowy, Tintin leaves Brussels to go undercover in Soviet Russia. His attempts to research his story are put to the test by the Bolsheviks and Moscow's secret police.

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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 heads for Russia. Accompanied by his dog Snowy, Tintin leaves Brussels to go undercover in Soviet Russia. His attempts to research his story are put to the test by the Bolsheviks and Moscow’s secret police...

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 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

Series: The Adventures of Tintin

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Tintin in the Land of the Soviets has been praised for introducing young readers to the complexities of the world through thrilling adventures. The storytelling style of Hergé captivates readers with grand, epic, and global escapades involving a young reporter on a quest for new stories. It is celebrated among top children's books and noted for its ability to inspire creativity and interest in world exploration.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405214773

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 April 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farshore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 224.0mm

Height: 301.0mm

Weight: 770g

Pages: 144

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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