Red Rackham'S Treasure
Few characters in children's publishing have achieved the lasting cultural weight of Tintin, Hergé's intrepid young reporter. This instalment finds him partnering with the irrepressible Captain Haddock, the two of them setting sail aboard the Sirius in hot pursuit of a legendary pirate's sunken fortune. The wreck of the Unicorn holds the key, and getting there involves a wonderfully peculiar shark-shaped submarine that feels both absurd and completely convincing within Hergé's world. It's that balance of wit and genuine suspense that keeps readers hooked. These collectible editions of all 24 original adventures are a treat for long-time fans and those coming to the stories fresh alike, sitting equally well on a bookshelf alongside graphic novels, mystery stories, and historical yarns. Hergé (born Georges Remi in Brussels in 1907) spent over five decades building this series, completing more than 20 titles before his death. The body of work he left behind is widely regarded as one of the most significant in comics history, and it isn't difficult to see why. Recommended for readers aged 8 and upwards, though adults will find plenty to enjoy too. The full series includes titles spanning Soviet Russia, ancient Egypt, the Moon, and Tibet, among many other destinations. A proper adventure collection, this.
- Author: Herge
- Publisher: Egmont
- Genre: Design & Fashion
- ISBN: 978-1405206235
- Pages: 64 pages