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Book SynopsisOne of the most iconic characters in children's literatureHergé's classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children's books. These highly collectible editions of the original 23 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 searches for the truth behind the theft of some priceless works of art.Tintin and his friends are holidaying in Syldavia with Professor Calculus, who has invented an amazing new duplicating machine. But a series of strange occurrences makes Tintin suspicious. Who is the mysterious King Shark, and what does he want with Calculus' machine? Is there a connection with the recent theft of famous works of art from the world's leading museums? Tintin is determined to find out!The Adventures of Tintin continue to charm more than 90 years after they first found their way into publication. Since then more than 230 mil
Trade ReviewTintin shows young readers that the world in all its complexity is theirs to bestride. (The Wall Street Journal)
I became enthralled with the way Hergé told his stories. Grand, epic, global adventures about a young reporter who goes all around the world looking for stories to tell. (Steven Spielberg, 'The Adventures of Spielberg: An Interview', The New York Times, 2011)
Top 100 Children’s Book – Time Out (2022)
Terrific world-straddling adventures. (Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Ten Essential Children’s Books, Books for Keeps, 2020)
The Red Sea Sharks was named one of Young Bond author Charlie Higson’s favourite books in The Daily Express: “Tintin was a huge inspiration being a young person in an adult world.” (2015)
Explorers of the Moon was named one of comedian Milton Jones’ favourite books in The Daily Express (2018)
Explorers of the Moon was named one of screenwriter and best-selling crime novelist Peter May’s favourite books in The Daily Express: “A childhood favourite…it encouraged me to create my own cartoon series.” (2016)
The Calculus Affair was named one of author and foreign correspondent Christian Jennings’ favourite books in The Week (2017)
