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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, 2 illustrated novels by Mark Twain

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, 2 illustrated novels by Mark Twain

by Mark Twain

Few books capture both the simplicity and complexities of American life quite like these enduring "boyhood" classics by Mark Twain. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Take a lighthearted, nostalgic trip to a simpler time, seen through the eyes of a special boy named Tom Sawyer. It is a summertime world of hooky and adventure, pranks and punishment, villains and young love. Adventures of Huckleberry Finn ... (more)

Tintin in Tibet (The Adventures of Tintin)

The Adventures of Tintin

Tintin in Tibet (The Adventures of Tintin)

by Herge

Journeying through the Himalayas in search of their Chinese friend Chang, whose plane crashed, Tintin and his faithful canine companion come face to face with the Abominable Snowman.

Asterix the Gaul (Asterix)

by Goscinny

When Roman Centurion Crismus Bonus finds out about Getafix’s magic potion, he kidnaps the druid to force him to reveal the recipe. So Asterix joins his friend in captivity and together they two plan to whip up a surprise with truly hair-raising effects.

Asterix and Cleopatra

by Goscinny, Rene Goscinny

To impress Julius Caesar, Queen Cleopatra promises to build the Roman Emperor a magnificent palace in just three months. Of course, Asterix has to get involved. By the time his feisty group from Gaul have finished, they’ve outwitted the Roman army, too.

Asterix and Caesar's Gift (Asterix)

by Goscinny, Rene Goscinny

When Caesar offers a gift, be suspicious...very suspicious. Upon his release from the Roman Army, Tremensdelirius gets the deed to Asterix's little Gaulish village. But he swaps it for a drink in the tavern--and soon the owner and his family are off to claim their prize. What's going to happen? Surprisingly, Asterix has a different view of the situation than his friends.

Asterix and the Soothsayer (Asterix)

by Goscinny

It was a dark and stormy night, and a sinister visitor has arrived in the little Gaulish village where Asterix lives. Prolix claims he's a soothsayer, and the townsfolk believe every word he says. Only Asterix knows better. How can he make all his friends see the truth?

Asterix

Asterix the Gladiator

by Goscinny

Oh no! The Romans have captured Caconofix as a gift for Caesar—and the Emperor plans to throw him to the lions. There’s only one way for Asterix and Obelix to rescue their bard: they have to become gladiators themselves.

Asterix and Son (Asterix (Orion Paperback))

Asterix and Son (Asterix (Orion Paperback))

by Goscinny

When someone leaves a little boy in a basket outside Asterix and Obelix’s hut, it’s two Gauls and a baby! Though Asterix and Obelix have more experience whopping legionnaires than diapering infants, they do their best. Also new to childcare: the sneaky Prefect of Gaul, Crismus Cactus, who’s masquerading as a nursemaid. Why do the Romans want this baby? And, what plot is the treacherous Brutus hatching against... (more)

Asterix in Britain (Asterix)

by Goscinny, Rene Goscinny

The Romans have invaded Britain, but one village still holds out. Asterix and Obelix come to help, with a barrel of magic potion in hand. But to deliver the precious brew, the Gaulish heroes must face fog, rain, bad food, warm beer, and the Roman too.

The Adventures of Tintin: The Broken Ear / The Black Island / King Ottokar's Sceptre (3 Complete Adventures in 1 Volume, Vol. 2)

The Adventures of Tintin

The Adventures of Tintin: The Broken Ear / The Black Island / King Ottokar's Sceptre (3 Complete Adventures in 1 Volume, Vol. 2)

by Herge

The Adventures of TinTin - Comic book format

Asterix and the Golden Sickle (Asterix)

by Rene Goscinny

Getafix has broken his golden sickle, so Asterix and Obelix visit Lutetia to buy a new one for him. But the sicklesmith—a cousin of Obelix—has vanished without a trace. Where could he have gone? And can Asterix solve the mystery and bring Getafix what he needs?

Asterix the Legionary (Asterix)

by Rene Goscinny

It’s off to the wars for Asterix and Obelix: they’ve enlisted as legionnaires in order to rescue Tragicomix, whom the Romans forcibly conscripted. The two find Tragicomix and succeed in causing the biggest commotion ever on a battlefield.

Cigars of the Pharaoh (Adventures of Tintin)

The Adventures of Tintin

Cigars of the Pharaoh (Adventures of Tintin)

by Herge

Cigars of the Pharaoh is one of Tintin's earliest adventures. He and Snowy are on a cruise to Egypt when they happen to meet Professor Sophocles Sarcophagus (the first of Tintin's absent-minded professors) and join his expedition. But they become embroiled in a complicated scheme involving a fakir, cigars marked with an unusual brand, and Rajijah, the poison of madness. Most significantly, Tintin meets the... (more)

Explorers on the Moon (Adventures of Tintin)

The Adventures of Tintin

Explorers on the Moon (Adventures of Tintin)

by Herge

Tintin, the intrepid reporter; his naughty dog, Snowy; Captain Haddock; absentminded Professor Calculus; and bumbling sleuths Thomson and Thompson take off on a rocket bound for the moon, in a zany pop-up adventure.

Asterix and the Mansions of the Gods

by Rene Goscinny

Caesar has plans to build a luxury holiday complex, the Mansion of the Gods, for Roman holidaymakers, just next to the Gaulish village. However, through the cunning plans of Asterix, things do not turn out quite as the Romans had hoped.

by Rene Goscinny

Asterix and Obelix meet a new friend: a Corsican chieftain who had been Caesar's prisoner. Together, the trio returns to Corsica to help foil the evil plans of the corrupt Roman, Praetor Perfidius.

Bijoux de la Castafiore. (English)

by Herge

Text: English (translation) Original Language: French

Asterix and the Actress

by Rene Goscinny

Set in 50 B.C., these hysterical historical tales follow the adventures of Asterix and his pals in the days of the Roman Empire. Normally, he’s concerned about protecting his town from the legionnaires (with the help of a magic potion), but here something else is on his mind: his surprise birthday party! Meanwhile, two old friends are about to turn up again...and they’re up to something interesting. “Great for... (more)

Robur the Conqueror

by Jules Verne

They laughed at his ideas of heavier-than-air flying machines. But he had the last laugh with the Albatross -- the most incredible flying machine ever built. Lord of the skies, Robur became the would-be conqueror of the world! A fascinating companion to 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Robur the Conqueror explores many of the same themes. The Wildside Press edition contains a newly revised version of the first... (more)

The Adventures of Tintin: Tintin in America / Cigars of the Pharaoh / The Blue Lotus (3 Complete Adventures in One Volume, Vol. 1)

The Adventures of Tintin: Tintin in America / Cigars of the Pharaoh / The Blue Lotus (3 Complete Adventures in One Volume, Vol. 1)

by Herge

As all Tintin fans know, once you've read one of his terrific adventures, you've got to read another and then another. Each of these collections contains three classic and fully complete Tintin adventures. Packed with all the color, wit, and derring-do that has made Tintin one of the world's most beloved comic characters, these books are easy to carry and fun to read. each.

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