Goscinny Books In Order

Astérix Books In Publication Order

  1. Asterix the Gaul (1959)
  2. Asterix and the Golden Sickle (1960)
  3. Asterix and the Goths (1961)
  4. Asterix the Gladiator (1962)
  5. Asterix and the Banquet (1963)
  6. Asterix and Cleopatra (1963)
  7. Asterix and the Big Fight (1964)
  8. Asterix in Britain (1965)
  9. Asterix and the Normans (1966)
  10. Asterix the Legionary (1966)
  11. Asterix and the Chieftain’s Shield (1967)
  12. Asterix at the Olympic Games (1968)
  13. Asterix and the Cauldron (1968)
  14. Asterix and the Roman Agent (1970)
  15. Asterix in Switzerland (1970)
  16. The Mansions of the Gods (1971)
  17. Asterix and the Laurel Wreath (1972)
  18. Asterix and the Soothsayer (1973)
  19. Asterix in Corsica (1973)
  20. Asterix in Spain (1975)
  21. Asterix and Caesar’s Gift (1976)
  22. Asterix and the Great Crossing (1976)
  23. Asterix in Belgium (1979)
  24. Asterix and the Great Divide (By:Albert Uderzo) (1980)
  25. Asterix and the Black Gold (By:Albert Uderzo) (1981)
  26. Asterix and Son (By:Albert Uderzo) (1983)
  27. Asterix Versus Caesar (1986)
  28. Asterix the Brave (1987)
  29. Asterix and the Magic Carpet (By:Albert Uderzo) (1988)
  30. How Obelix Fell into the Magic Potion (1989)
  31. The Meeting of the Chieftains (1989)
  32. Asterix and the Secret Weapon (By:Albert Uderzo) (1991)
  33. Operation Getafix (1992)
  34. Asterix Conquers America (1995)
  35. Asterix And Obelix All At Sea (1996)
  36. Asterix and the Actress (By:Albert Uderzo) (1999)
  37. Asterix and the Class Act (2003)
  38. Asterix and the Falling Sky (By:Albert Uderzo) (2005)
  39. Asterix and the Vikings (2006)
  40. Asterix & Obelix’s Birthday (By:Albert Uderzo) (2009)

Dogmatix Books In Publication Order

  1. Dogmatix And The Boar Hunt (1974)
  2. Where’s Dogmatix? (2001)

Nicholas Books In Publication Order

  1. The Chronicles Of Little Nicholas (1959)
  2. Nicholas on Holiday (1961)
  3. The Adventures Of Nicholas And The Gang (1963)
  4. Nicholas and the Gang (1963)
  5. Nicholas And The Gang Again (1978)

Iznogoud Books In Publication Order

  1. Iznogoud On Holiday! (1977)
  2. Iznogoud the Infamous (1977)
  3. A Carrot for Iznogoud (1979)
  4. Iznogoud Rockets to Stardom (1980)
  5. The Wicked Wiles of Iznogoud (2008)
  6. Iznogoud and the Day of Misrule (2009)
  7. Iznogoud and the Magic Computer (2009)
  8. Iznogoud and the Magic Carpet (2010)

Twelve Tasks of Asterix Books In Publication Order

  1. The Race (1978)
  2. The Javelin (1978)
  3. The Judo Match (1978)
  4. Isle Of Pleasure (1978)
  5. The Chef (1978)
  6. The Cave of the Beast (1978)
  7. The Place That Sends You Mad (1978)
  8. The Crocodiles (1978)
  9. The Ghostly Legionaries (1978)

Asterix Adventure Games Books In Publication Order

  1. Asterix to the Rescue (1986)
  2. Operation Britain (1987)
  3. Idol of the Gauls (1988)
  4. The Roman Conspiracy (1988)

Lucky Luke Books In Publication Order

  1. Billy the Kid (2006)
  2. Ghost Town (2006)
  3. Dalton City (2006)
  4. Jesse James (2006)
  5. In the Shadow of the Derricks (2007)
  6. Ma Dalton (2007)
  7. Barbed Wire on the Prairie (2007)
  8. Calamity Jane (2007)
  9. The Wagon Train (2008)
  10. Tortillas for the Daltons (2008)
  11. The Tenderfoot (2008)
  12. Western Circus (2008)
  13. The Rivals of Painful Gulch (2008)
  14. The Dashing White Cowboy (2008)
  15. The Daltons in the Blizzard (2009)
  16. The Black Hills (2009)
  17. Apache Canyon (2009)
  18. The Escort (2009)
  19. On The Daltons’ Trail (2009)
  20. The Oklahoma Land Rush (2009)
  21. The 20th Cavalry (2010)
  22. Emperor Smith (2010)
  23. A Cure for the Daltons (2010)
  24. The Judge (2010)
  25. The Stagecoach (2010)
  26. The Bounty Hunter (2010)
  27. Lucky Luke Versus Joss Jamon (2011)
  28. The Dalton Cousins (2011)
  29. The Grand Duke (2011)
  30. The Singing Wire (2011)

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Goscinny Books Overview

Asterix the Gaul

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 the Golden Sickle

The Adventures of Asterix French: Asterix or Asterix le Gaulois is a series of French comic books written by Rene Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo Uderzo also took over the job of writing the series after the death of Goscinny in 1977. The series first appeared in French in the magazine Pilote on 29 October 1959. As of 2008, 33 comic books in the series have been released. The series follows the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation. They do so by means of a magic potion, brewed by their druid, which gives the recipient superhuman strength. The protagonist, the titular character, Asterix, along with his friend Obelix have various adventures. In many cases, this leads them to travel to various countries around the world, though other books are set in and around their village. For much of the history of the series Volumes 4 through 29, settings in Gaul and abroad alternated, with even numbered volumes set abroad and odd numbered volumes set in Gaul, mostly in the village. The Asterix series is one of the most popular Franco Belgian comics in the world, with the series being translated into over 100 languages, and it is popular in most European countries. The success of the series has led to the adaptation of several books into 11 films; eight animated, and three with live actors. There have also been a number of games based on the characters, and a theme park near Paris, Parc Asterix, is themed around the series. To date, 325 million copies of 33 Asterix books have been sold around the world making co creators Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo France’s bestselling authors abroad.

Asterix and the Goths

The Adventures of Asterix French: Asterix or Asterix le Gaulois is a series of French comic books written by Rene Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo Uderzo also took over the job of writing the series after the death of Goscinny in 1977. The series first appeared in French in the magazine Pilote on 29 October 1959. As of 2008, 33 comic books in the series have been released. The series follows the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation. They do so by means of a magic potion, brewed by their druid, which gives the recipient superhuman strength. The protagonist, the titular character, Asterix, along with his friend Obelix have various adventures. In many cases, this leads them to travel to various countries around the world, though other books are set in and around their village. For much of the history of the series Volumes 4 through 29, settings in Gaul and abroad alternated, with even numbered volumes set abroad and odd numbered volumes set in Gaul, mostly in the village. The Asterix series is one of the most popular Franco Belgian comics in the world, with the series being translated into over 100 languages, and it is popular in most European countries. The success of the series has led to the adaptation of several books into 11 films; eight animated, and three with live actors. There have also been a number of games based on the characters, and a theme park near Paris, Parc Asterix, is themed around the series. To date, 325 million copies of 33 Asterix books have been sold around the world making co creators Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo France’s bestselling authors abroad.

Asterix the Gladiator

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 the Banquet

Inspector General Overanxious is provoked into building a stockade and laying siege to the Gaulish village. Rising to the challenge, Asterix bets the Prefect that he will escape the stockade and tour Gaul, collecting its regional specialities for a banquet, to which he will invite the Prefect.

Asterix and Cleopatra

The series follows the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation. They do so by means of a magic potion, brewed by their druid, which gives the recipient superhuman strength. The protagonist, the titular character, Asterix, along with his friend Obelix have various adventures. In many cases, this leads them to travel to various countries around the world, though other books are set in and around their village. For much of the history of the series Volumes 4 through 29, settings in Gaul and abroad alternated, with even numbered volumes set abroad and odd numbered volumes set in Gaul, mostly in the village. The Asterix series is one of the most popular Franco Belgian comics in the world, with the series being translated into over 100 languages, and it is popular in most European countries. The success of the series has led to the adaptation of several books into 11 films; eight animated, and three with live actors. There have also been a number of games based on the characters, and a theme park near Paris, Parc Asterix, is themed around the series. To date, 325 million copies of 33 Asterix books have been sold around the world making co creators Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo France’s bestselling authors abroad.

Asterix and the Big Fight

When the Romans persuade a Gaulish chief to challenge Vitalstatistix to single combat, no one worries much. But then a flying menhir hits Getaflix and he no longer remembers how to make his magic potion. Can Asterix help restore Getaflix’s memory?

Asterix in Britain

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.

Asterix and the Normans

Normans never feel fear but they do believe that terror literally gives one wings, enabling a person to fly. Now they re planning to test their theory on Vitalstatistix’s cowardly nephew Jusforkix by pushing him right off the edge of a cliff.

Asterix the Legionary

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.

Asterix and the Chieftain’s Shield

Having left Vitalstatistix at a health farm specialising in nourishing dishes of boiled vegetables, Asterix and Obelix set off in search of richer fare. Meanwhile, in Rome, Caesar is determined to teach the Gauls a lesson they must prevent him finding the Shield of Vercingetorix at any cost.

Asterix and the Cauldron

A neighboring Gaulish chief asks the people of Asterix’s village to help guard a cauldron full of money from the Romans. But the sneaky chief plans to double cross everyone. So he steals back the cash just when Asterix is standing sentinel. Can Asterix and Obelix recover the riches?

Asterix and the Roman Agent

Julius Caesar resorts to psychological warfare to defeat the little Gaulish village: he’s sent expert troublemaker Tortuous Convolulus to set friend against friend. Jealousy soon spreads as the Gauls become suspicious of each other. Somehow, Asterix must outwit the wily Convolulus.

Asterix in Switzerland

The governor of Gaul has always been a creative accountant. Now he’s under investigation by Vexatius Sinusititis or he was, until someone poisons the investigator. In order to heal Vexatius, Asterix and Obelix set off to locate a special flower that grows only in Helvetia.

The Mansions of the Gods

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. The Adventures of Asterix French: Asterix or Asterix le Gaulois is a series of French comic books written by Rene Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo Uderzo also took over the job of writing the series after the death of Goscinny in 1977. The series first appeared in French in the magazine Pilote on 29 October 1959. As of 2008, 33 comic books in the series have been released. The series follows the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation. They do so by means of a magic potion, brewed by their druid, which gives the recipient superhuman strength. The protagonist, the titular character, Asterix, along with his friend Obelix have various adventures. In many cases, this leads them to travel to various countries around the world, though other books are set in and around their village. For much of the history of the series Volumes 4 through 29, settings in Gaul and abroad alternated, with even numbered volumes set abroad and odd numbered volumes set in Gaul, mostly in the village. The Asterix series is one of the most popular Franco Belgian comics in the world, with the series being translated into over 100 languages, and it is popular in most European countries. The success of the series has led to the adaptation of several books into 11 films; eight animated, and three with live actors. There have also been a number of games based on the characters, and a theme park near Paris, Parc Asterix, is themed around the series. To date, 325 million copies of 33 Asterix books have been sold around the world making co creators Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo France’s bestselling authors abroad.

Asterix and the Laurel Wreath

The Adventures of Asterix French: Asterix or Asterix le Gaulois is a series of French comic books written by Rene Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo Uderzo also took over the job of writing the series after the death of Goscinny in 1977. The series first appeared in French in the magazine Pilote on 29 October 1959. As of 2008, 33 comic books in the series have been released. The series follows the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation. They do so by means of a magic potion, brewed by their druid, which gives the recipient superhuman strength. The protagonist, the titular character, Asterix, along with his friend Obelix have various adventures. In many cases, this leads them to travel to various countries around the world, though other books are set in and around their village. For much of the history of the series Volumes 4 through 29, settings in Gaul and abroad alternated, with even numbered volumes set abroad and odd numbered volumes set in Gaul, mostly in the village. The Asterix series is one of the most popular Franco Belgian comics in the world, with the series being translated into over 100 languages, and it is popular in most European countries. The success of the series has led to the adaptation of several books into 11 films; eight animated, and three with live actors. There have also been a number of games based on the characters, and a theme park near Paris, Parc Asterix, is themed around the series. To date, 325 million copies of 33 Asterix books have been sold around the world making co creators Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo France’s bestselling authors abroad.

Asterix and the Soothsayer

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 in Corsica

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.

Asterix in Spain

The Adventures of Asterix French: Asterix or Asterix le Gaulois is a series of French comic books written by Rene Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo Uderzo also took over the job of writing the series after the death of Goscinny in 1977. The series first appeared in French in the magazine Pilote on 29 October 1959. As of 2008, 33 comic books in the series have been released. The series follows the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation. They do so by means of a magic potion, brewed by their druid, which gives the recipient superhuman strength. The protagonist, the titular character, Asterix, along with his friend Obelix have various adventures. In many cases, this leads them to travel to various countries around the world, though other books are set in and around their village. For much of the history of the series Volumes 4 through 29, settings in Gaul and abroad alternated, with even numbered volumes set abroad and odd numbered volumes set in Gaul, mostly in the village. The Asterix series is one of the most popular Franco Belgian comics in the world, with the series being translated into over 100 languages, and it is popular in most European countries. The success of the series has led to the adaptation of several books into 11 films; eight animated, and three with live actors. There have also been a number of games based on the characters, and a theme park near Paris, Parc Asterix, is themed around the series. To date, 325 million copies of 33 Asterix books have been sold around the world making co creators Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo France’s bestselling authors abroad.

Asterix and Caesar’s Gift

As a result of Caesar’s gift to one of his less than sober legionaries, there is a foreign rival who challenges Vitalstatistix for the position of Chief. In his efforts to maintain peace, Asterix is hindered by Getafix withholding supplies of the magic potion and worse, by Obelix falling in love. The Adventures of Asterix French: Asterix or Asterix le Gaulois is a series of French comic books written by Rene Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo Uderzo also took over the job of writing the series after the death of Goscinny in 1977. The series first appeared in French in the magazine Pilote on 29 October 1959. As of 2008, 33 comic books in the series have been released. The series follows the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation. They do so by means of a magic potion, brewed by their druid, which gives the recipient superhuman strength. The protagonist, the titular character, Asterix, along with his friend Obelix have various adventures. In many cases, this leads them to travel to various countries around the world, though other books are set in and around their village. For much of the history of the series Volumes 4 through 29, settings in Gaul and abroad alternated, with even numbered volumes set abroad and odd numbered volumes set in Gaul, mostly in the village. The Asterix series is one of the most popular Franco Belgian comics in the world, with the series being translated into over 100 languages, and it is popular in most European countries. The success of the series has led to the adaptation of several books into 11 films; eight animated, and three with live actors. There have also been a number of games based on the characters, and a theme park near Paris, Parc Asterix, is themed around the series. To date, 325 million copies of 33 Asterix books have been sold around the world making co creators Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo France’s bestselling authors abroad.

Asterix and the Great Crossing

Land ho! Asterix and Obelix had been lost at sea, but they’ve finally reached what they think is a Roman colony. Then the Vikings turn up on a voyage of discovery, and the two Gauls realize that they’ve done something greater and more important: they’ve discovered a strange New World.

Asterix in Belgium

The Adventures of Asterix French: Asterix or Asterix le Gaulois is a series of French comic books written by Rene Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo Uderzo also took over the job of writing the series after the death of Goscinny in 1977. The series first appeared in French in the magazine Pilote on 29 October 1959. As of 2008, 33 comic books in the series have been released. The series follows the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation. They do so by means of a magic potion, brewed by their druid, which gives the recipient superhuman strength. The protagonist, the titular character, Asterix, along with his friend Obelix have various adventures. In many cases, this leads them to travel to various countries around the world, though other books are set in and around their village. For much of the history of the series Volumes 4 through 29, settings in Gaul and abroad alternated, with even numbered volumes set abroad and odd numbered volumes set in Gaul, mostly in the village. The Asterix series is one of the most popular Franco Belgian comics in the world, with the series being translated into over 100 languages, and it is popular in most European countries. The success of the series has led to the adaptation of several books into 11 films; eight animated, and three with live actors. There have also been a number of games based on the characters, and a theme park near Paris, Parc Asterix, is themed around the series. To date, 325 million copies of 33 Asterix books have been sold around the world making co creators Rene Goscinny and Albert Uderzo France’s bestselling authors abroad.

Asterix and the Great Divide (By:Albert Uderzo)

Two rival chieftains have been elected to govern a little village in ancient Gaul and a ditch dug through the village divides it, literally, into a party of the left and a party of the right. But the son and daughter of the two chieftains are in love. Histrionix and the beautiful Melodrama have more sense than their fathers, and call in Asterix, Obelix and the druid Getafix to sort out the political wrangling. What with the intriguing of the sinister traitor Codfix, who wants to marry Melodrama himself, the Gauls’ work is cut out for them can they persuade the star crossed lovers’ village to reunite against the threat of Julius Caesar’s Roman legionaries? Getafix brews some interesting new magic potions to help

Asterix and the Black Gold (By:Albert Uderzo)

The druid Getafix is running short of rock oil an essential ingredient in the magic potion that gives the Gaulish villagers superhuman strength to fight Julius Caesar’s Roman legions. But the Phoenician merchant Ekonomikrisis has forgotten the druid’s order, and Asterix and Obelix set off to prospect for black gold in the Middle Eastern desert. Their mission is complicated by the Roman secret agent Dubbelosix and his amazing folding chariot, which is equipped with all the latest spy gadgets. Although they finally come home empty handed, all is not lost Getafix has discovered that beetroot juice works just as well in the potion…

Asterix and Son (By:Albert Uderzo)

A baby boy is left in a basket outside Asterix’s hut who can have dumped the foundling there, and why? Child care is something new to the Gaulish warriors, but Asterix and Obelix do their best, although they have had more practice in thumping Romans. Child care is also new to Crismus Cactus, Prefect of Gaul, who finds himself masquerading as a Gaulish nursemaid. Why are the Romans are after the baby and just what plot is the treacherous Brutus hatching against Julius Caesar? Even though the Gaulish village burns down, all ends well, with Caesar promising to rebuild it and there’s a great banquet on board Queen Cleopatra’s galley.

Asterix and the Magic Carpet (By:Albert Uderzo)

The little Gaulish village where Asterix and Obelix live has just one drawback its bard is the worst musician in the entire ancient world. When Cacofonix strikes up, his singing sends the sun behind clouds and makes rain begin to fall. But that’s just what they want in the distant Eastern kingdom of Rajah Watzit, where the guru Hoodunnit, with his sidekick Owzat, is threatening to end a terrible drought by sacrificing the lovely Princess Orinjade. The fakir Watziznehm arrives by flying carpet to ask the Gauls for help and just for once, after many adventures, Cacofonix can feel that his talents are properly appreciated.

How Obelix Fell into the Magic Potion

Every one of the Asterix stories refers to a decisive moment in Obelix’s life: when he, as a six year old boy, fell into the Druid s cauldron of magic potion. As a consequence of this accident, he developed phenomenal physical strength. But what actually happened? How did Obelix make that life altering plunge?Here is the full story of what took place on that incredible day.

Asterix and the Secret Weapon (By:Albert Uderzo)

A woman bard is unheard of in Ancient Gaul but when the mothers in Asterix and Obelix’s little village decide that besides being a terrible musician Cacofonix, the local bard and school teacher, is not educating their children properly, it’s Bravura they call in. The men of the village are horrified at first, but Bravura proves a useful ally in countering Julius Caesar’s secret weapon the Roman leader has sent in a troop of female legionaries, relying on the chivalrous Gauls not to fight women. But Bravura has no such scruples, and together with Asterix thinks up a good idea. Even Cacofonix’s music comes into its own…

Asterix Conquers America

This is a tie in with the film ‘Asterix Conquers America‘.

Asterix And Obelix All At Sea

In ancient Rome the slaves are revolting…
and not only that, they’ve stolen Julius Caesar’s own galley, the finest warship in the Roman navy. Under their heroic leader Spartakis, the former galley slaves make for the little Gaulish village where Julius Caesar’s old enemies Asterix and Obelix live only to find the place in crisis, for Obelix, after drinking the druid Getafix’s magic potions on the sly, is first turned to stone and then reverts to childhood. In search of a cure for him Asterix, Getafix and their new friends the galley slaves sail to the wonderful continent of Atlantis, ruled by its high priest Absolutlifabulos and the ensuing sea battles against the Roman navy are fast and furious…

Asterix and the Actress (By:Albert Uderzo)

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 leading high school students into discussion of history and literary devices.’ Booklist.

Asterix and the Class Act

The wait is over: the comic hero from the Roman era who has conquered the world and sold hundreds of millions of copies is back. He’s an international phenomenon and a classic. Asterix, everybody’s favorite comic character, has returned, this time in a superb collection of 14 short stories. Set in 50 B.C., these hysterical historical tales follow the adventures of the wily Gallic hero and his friends who protect their town from dastardly Roman legionnaires. Go right back to the beginning when Asterix and Obelix were born in the middle of a village fish fight. Find out how Dogmatix helps the village cockerel win a duel and gets adopted as a Roman mascot. Follow the bidding for the very first Gaulish Olympics, fashion trends in ancient Gaul, and Obelix’s adventures under the mistletoe. Fans of Asterix will get to see him as they never have before.

Asterix and the Falling Sky (By:Albert Uderzo)

Asterix, the comic hero from the Roman era and the first international superhero, continues to conquer the world. With hundreds of millions of copies sold in 107 languages and dialects, not to mention 11,000 websites devoted to the character, these engagingly witty and record breaking books have become the highest selling series ever surpassing even Harry Potter! And the phenomenon shows no sign of abating; in fact, it’s spreading to other media, such as video games, CDs, and movies. And fans of these hysterical historical tales will love this first new album in four years now out in paper! It s a lively tale that features a falling sky, an incredible space race, and some surprising characters. Whatever adventure Asterix embarks on, it s sure to be a blockbuster.

Asterix and the Vikings

Asterix, the comic hero from the Roman era and the first international superhero, continues to conquer the world. With hundreds of millions of copies sold in 107 languages and dialects, plus 11,000 websites devoted to the character, these engagingly witty and record breaking books have become the highest selling series ever surpassing even Harry Potter! And the phenomenon is spreading to other media, including the upcoming film with an all star cast and theme song by Celine Dion that inspired this latest hysterical historical tale. Asterix and Obelix embark on one of their most dangerous missions, voyaging to the Vikings home territory to rescue Justforkix. Making matters even harder for our heroes? The Viking chief’s daughter, Abba, has fallen for Justforkix! A 16 page supplement reveals inside info about the making of the film.

Asterix & Obelix’s Birthday (By:Albert Uderzo)

To celebrate a half century of Asterix, we have something special for his millions of fans: a fabulous anniversary themed collection of stories, fun travel guides, and a big birthday surprise for the two Gaulish heroes. This is sure to become a treasured collectible.

The Chronicles Of Little Nicholas

A year in the life of a group of boys at a French primary school follows the adventures of young Nicholas and his friends as they taunt a substitute, prepare for the class picture, and enjoy other grammar school delights.

Nicholas on Holiday

Third Title in the Award winning ‘Nicholas’ Children’s BookSeries Available for the First Time in English; The Perfect Holiday Gift. Nicholas on Holiday is the third in the acclaimed Nicholas children’s bookseries, featuring the adventures of a young French schoolboy who is alwaysgetting into trouble. With text by Ren Goscinny, the beloved author ofthe Asterix the Gaul series, and with illustrations by New Yorker coverartist Jean Jacques Semp , Nicholas on Holidayis now available inEnglish for the first time for an American audience. The first book in theseries recently won the 2006 ALSC’s Mildred L. Batchelder Honor Award foran outstanding children’s book originally published in a foreign language. Following the publication of Nicholas and the second book in the much lovedseries, Nicholas Again, Nicholas on Holidayis the equally charming thirdtitle, bringing to life the adventures and exploits of Nicholas on summervacation. We follow Nicholas on his escapades at the beach with his parentsand then to overnight camp with a new set of friends. Whether playingminiature golf, going on a fishing trip, or heading out to a treasure huntin the middle of the night, delightful mayhem always ensues. Firmly established as a literary cult figure, Nicholas has already charmedmillions of readers worldwide since these books were first published inFrance over forty years ago. Considered classics and available intwenty six languages, the Nicholas stories have the ability to delight bothchildren and adults. Amanda Renshaw, Editorial Director of Phaidon Press said, ‘I was visitingSemp ‘s French publisher browsing their bookshelves when I spotted a copyof ‘Le Petit Nicholas.’ We couldn’t believe this classic book wasn’tavailable in English and knew immediately that it was an amazing find forPhaidon.I read the Nicholas books as a child in French and they stillmake me chuckle out loud. The sublimely innocent world of this speciallittle schoolboy will delight a whole new audience of English speakingchildren and adults who have never had the chance to read these booksbefore.’ For illustrator Jean Jacques Semp , who still works from his Paris studio,the secret of the character’s enduring popularity lies in his innocence. ‘Petit Nicolas lives in an ideal world. It is the childhood that everybodywould have liked to have had. That was Goscinny’s great talent to havesucceeded in creating a children’s world that everyone dreamed of.’Offering an insightful glimpse into everyday French life and culture,Nicholas on Holiday, translated by the award winning Anthea Bell, is thethird in the series of five classic titles that Goscinny and Semp collaborated on between 1959 and 1965. The fourth book in the series,NICHOLAS AND THE GANG, will be published in 2007.

Nicholas and the Gang

Phaidon Press is pleased to announce the publication of Nicholas and the Gang, the fourth in the acclaimed Nicholas children’s book series, featuring the adventures of a young French schoolboy who is always getting into trouble. With text by Ren Goscinny, author of the famed Asterix the Gaul series, and with illustrations by New Yorker cover artist Jean Jacques Semp , Nicholas and the Gang is now available in English for the first time. The first book in the series, NICHOLAS, won the 2006 ALSC’s Mildred L. Batchelder Honor Award for an outstanding children’s book originally published in a foreign language.

Following the publication of Nicholas, Nicholas Again and Nicholas on Vacation, Nicholas and the Gang is the equally charming fourth title, bringing to life more adventures and exploits with the little boy often referred to as the Dennis the Menace of France. We follow Nicholas to a birthday party at the girl next door’s house and watch him play a messy game of chess.

Firmly established as a literary cult figure, Nicholas has already charmed millions of readers worldwide since these books were first published in France over forty years ago. Considered classics and available in twenty six languages, the Nicholas stories have the ability to delight both children and adults.

Nicholas And The Gang Again

‘Nicholas and the Gang’ contains 16 new stories about Nicholas, the French schoolboy, and his friends, many of whom are familiar from the other books in the series: there’s Alec, who’s always eating; Cuthbert, who’s always top of the class; Matthew, who’s always bottom of the class; and Mary Jane, the little girl with blonde pigtails who lives next door. As usual, the children get into all kinds of trouble, even though they have the very best intentions. In this book, they try to make friends with the owner of a new bookshop near their school, take part in a chaotic radio interview, and play an unusually messy game of chess. ‘Nicholas and the Gang’ is the fourth title in this well loved series of books, now available to English speaking children all over the world. Firmly established as a literary cult figure, the sublimely innocent Nicholas has already charmed millions of readers world wide since these books were first published over forty years ago. Considered classics and available in twenty six languages, the Nicholas stories continue to delight both children and adults.

A Carrot for Iznogoud

Iznogoud is Grand Vizier in Baghdad. He has only one dream: to become Caliph instead of the Caliph. He tries his hardest to no avail. But the usually oblivious Caliph has finally caught a hint of Iznogoud’s evil reputation among the people. To help the one he believes to be his friend, he sets off on a quest for the legendary vegetable that brings out man’s kinder nature: the carrot!

The Wicked Wiles of Iznogoud

Legend has it that in Baghdad the magnificent, a great and particularly dark minded vizier, who answers to the name of Iznogoud, works on his ambition to lay claim to the throne of Caliph Haroun al Plassid. Thus his favourite saying: I want to be caliph instead of the caliph! Seconded by Wa’at Alahf, Iznogoud tries ever more diverse and even crazier means to reach his ends in vain, of course!

Iznogoud and the Day of Misrule

In Baghdad, the Caliph’s Grand Vizier Iznogoud has one aim in life: to become Caliph instead of the Caliph. The benign ruler, Haroun al Plassid, is blind to his vizier’s scheming to get rid of him and would generally rather take a nap. Iznogoud is faithfully seconded by Wa’at Alahf in trying to put his fiendish designs into action.

Iznogoud and the Magic Computer

In Baghdad, the Caliph’s Grand Vizier Iznogoud has one aim in life: to become Caliph instead of the Caliph. The benign ruler, Haroun al Plassid, is blind to his vizier’s scheming to get rid of him and generally would rather take a nap. Iznogoud is faithfully seconded by Wa’at Alahf in trying to put his fiendish designs into action.

The Roman Conspiracy

Justforkix’s own father, Doublehelix, is accused of being involved in the forgery of the menhirs that are flooding the souvenir market. Justforkix sets out to solve the case and it is up to the reader to make sure that he finds the true identity of the forgers.

Billy the Kid

Lucky Luke is a one hundred percent real hero of the Old West. He is squarely on the side of the law and dedicates his life to seeing that justice is done. He travels around delivering it wherever he goes, accompanied by his faithful companion, Jolly Jumper. Arriving at Fort Weakling, he changes into a formidable bandit. Why? Does his meeting with Billy the Kid, a living legend of the Old West, influence him?

Ghost Town

As he roams with his horse Jolly Jumper, always seeking new adventures, Lucky Luke meets two suspicious characters, Denver Miles and Colorado Bill. Together they arrive on the outskirts of a deserted city, Gold Hill, which counts only one inhabitant. The old man, Powell, is the sole survivor of a gold rush that he has not given up on, despite years without success…

Dalton City

In this new volume, Lucky Luke has to clean out a whole city: Fenton Town, so named because it has been taken over by Dean Fenton, a desperado of the worst sort…
Fenton Town has become the most depraved city in all of Texas. Lucky Luke makes a short visit to town just the time needed to put Fenton in prison and chase out the remaining rabble.

Jesse James

The story of Robin Hood has made a strong impression on Jesse James, and he would like to become a bandit with a big heart, like his hero. With the help of his brother Frank and his cousin Cole Younger, he decides to steal from the rich and redistribute the loot to the poor…

In the Shadow of the Derricks

Titusville, August 27, 1859: Colonel Drake discovers a deposit of oil black gold! Immediately, the Oil Rush is on. The mayor of Titusville calls on Lucky Luke to help maintain order. When Lucky Luke arrives, everyone from the sheriff to the undertaker is drilling. As soon as a well is opened, the fight begins. In comes Barry Blunt, a rich prospector who buys up, one by one, all the oil shafts from their owners. But his more than suspicious methods draw the wrath of Lucky Luke…

Ma Dalton

Lucky Luke makes the acquaintance of Ma Dalton at Cactus Junction, and he quickly realizes that the saying, ‘like mother, like son’ has never been so true! Ma is regarded as an eccentric and amusing old lady; for example, she holds up the shopkeepers as she does her shopping. But everything changes when her sons escape from prison and Joe Dalton pas*ses himself off as his mother and starts holding up banks in the area.

Barbed Wire on the Prairie

Felps decides to plant lettuce on his property. But rancher Cass Casey’s herds regularly ransack Felps’ grounds…
Furious, he hires Lucky Luke for protection from Casey. Felps wants to surround his property with barbed wire, which in the Old West is regarded as a provocation. And so, war is declared between the ranchers and the farmers…
Lucky Luke will need all his skills as a mediator to reconcile everybody!

Calamity Jane

Calamity Jane saves Lucky Luke from a delicate situation. A friendship is quickly formed, and they arrive together in El Plomo…
where Calamity Jane proves by her manners and her strength that she’s not a weak woman: She acquires the local saloon by winning an arm wrestling match! Its ex owner, August Oyster, is hopping mad and has only one obsession: to send her packing. During this time, Lucky Luke tries to clear up a dark affair involving arms traffic.

The Wagon Train

A wagon train of pioneers drives through Nothing Gulch en route to California. Its ill tempered driver is sent away by the passengers, and Lucky Luke is asked to step in and replace him. He accepts, amused by this fun group. When The Wagon Train gets underway again, the trouble begins: A mystery vandal keeps trying to sabotage the expedition. But it takes a lot more than that to make Lucky Luke turn back!

Tortillas for the Daltons

Just as the infamous Daltons are being transferred to a Mexican prison, robbers attack the van and kidnap the Daltons without realizing it. Disappointed with their booty, they decide to hang the four brothers. In order to save their lives, brother Joe offers to share all his knowledge of organized crime with the leader of the bandits, Don Emilio. Meanwhile, the governor sends Lucky Luke to their rescue.

The Tenderfoot

At the funeral of old Baddy, everybody is moved except Ready, who has waited for the 100 year old man’s death a long time in order to buy his ranch. Unfortunately, the old fellow has an heir, Waldo, a tenderfoot who arrives straight from his native England accompanied by his butler Jasper. Two worlds clash: the ancient, so refined, and the new, equally rustic.

Western Circus

Mulligan’s Western Circus his troop, lion and elephant arrive in town under the escort of Lucky Luke. Zilch, a rich businessman and organizer of the annual grand rodeo, thinks the circus is going to compete with his business and tries everything to keep it from putting on a show. He even engages killer for hire Rattlesnake Joe, but in the end his attempts will provide unexpected publicity for the circus. On with the show!

The Rivals of Painful Gulch

Two rival families live in Painful Gulch: the O’Timmins clan, who have big noses, and the O’Haras, who have big ears. They’ve been fighting for decades and don’t even know why anymore. Lucky Luke is appointed mayor in order to bring peace back to the town. But the men and their thick headed sense of honor will wreck all of Lucky Luke’s plans for reconciliation. Our hero must find a solution!

The Dashing White Cowboy

Some strange burglaries take place at each performance of the play The Dashing White Cowboy given by the company of W. Baltimore. Simply coincidence? Suspicious, Lucky Luke follows the troupe. Unfortunately, he’s the one accused of theft in every city the actors pass through. After all, he’s also a stranger. But despite this series of arrests, Lucky Luke won’t let Baltimore and his troupe leave him behind, and he’ll clear his name…

The Daltons in the Blizzard

The coolest cowboy in the Wild West goes north! Lucky Luke can outshoot, outride and outdraw anyone, but can he bring the Daltons back from Canada? The Dalton brothers escape from a Texas jail and head north. Lucky Luke is called in to recapture them. He and Rin Tin Can, his faithful canine companion, follow them all the way to Canada, where Captain Winston Pendergast offers his assistance.

The Black Hills

The Senate decides to settle the fertile lands of Wyoming. Before moving in the settlers, they send a committee of four scientists, led by Lucky Luke, to suThe Senate decides to settle the fertile lands of Wyoming. Before moving in the settlers, they send a committee of four scientists, led by Lucky Luke, to survey the territory. One senator is strongly opposed to this project and determined to sabotage the expedition. However, the Senate has overlooked one important fact: The territory is home to the Cheyenne Nation, who are determined to defend their land.

Apache Canyon

Can Lucky Luke mediate between the two parties and still be trusted by both sides? Patronimo’s Apache tribe is still waging war against the white settlers. The damage on both sides is getting heavier and heavier. Lucky Luke is called in to restore the peace between Patronimo’s tribe and Colonel O’Nollan. But, while negotiating with both sides, Lucky Luke is perceived as a traitor. Only a wild twist of fate will enable him to come out of this tricky situation unscathed.

The Escort

Lucky Luke must get Billy the Kid to New Mexico so he can be tried and put in jail. They both set out on the road, Lucky Luke assisted by Rin Tin Can. But Bert Malloy has promised the Kid he would set him free.

On The Daltons’ Trail

Rin Tin Can, possibly the stupidest dog ever, is left in charge of the jail. Obviously, the Daltons escape and steal some horses and guns. Lucky Luke refuses to get involved, but when he witnesses the prison guards’ incompetence and Rin Tan Can’s remarkable lack of brains, he has no choice but to set out On The Daltons’ Trail of holdups and burglaries.

The Oklahoma Land Rush

The man who shoots faster than his own shadow is back. On 22 April 1889, the American government opened the new Oklahoma Territory to settlement. In this volume, Lucky Luke acts as a government agent and ensures that every candidate for settlement is treated fairly. He has to deal with jealousy, corruption and greed.

The 20th Cavalry

The Cheyenne are convinced that newly arrived settlers have been killing the buffalo they traditionally depend on. When the Native Americans surround The 20th Cavalry‘s fort, Lucky Luke realises that someone who bears a grudge against Colonel McStraggle has conveniently provided them with firearms. Worse, the traitor also knows the layout of the fort. Lucky Luke does his best to try and break the deadlock before the soldiers starve. As in other Lucky Luke volumes, readers discover different aspects of the United States’ conquest of the Wild West.

Emperor Smith

Lucky Luke and Jolly Jumper arrive in Grass Town and make the acquaintance of Smith I, Emperor of the United States! A local rancher gone a bit looney, he’s given his cowboys fancy uniforms and replaced their Colts with sabres, and he believes he’s the true ruler of the country. The citizens of Grass Town publish his harmless proclamations in the newspaper. But is he truly harmless? What will Luke do if something upsets the relationship between the Emperor and his not so loyal subjects?

The Judge

On a cattle drive to New Mexico, Lucky Luke travels through Langtry, home of self appointed judge Roy Bean. A crook and a cheat who invents laws, Bean arrests Luke and confiscates his herd. But he doesn’t count on the arrival of another crook intent on poaching the old man’s game. It will be up to our favorite cowboy to sort it out and bring real law west of the Pecos River at last.

The Bounty Hunter

When a huge bounty is posted on a Cheyenne man for the apparent theft of a pedigree horse, The Bounty Hunter Elliot Belt will stop at nothing to pocket it-not even at triggering a new Indian war if he has to. Lucky Luke must juggle keeping him in check, appeasing the irate Cheyenne people, and trying to save the suspected thief from Old West-style summary justice. A cheerful homage to the golden age of Hollywood westerns.

Lucky Luke Versus Joss Jamon

At the end of the Civil War, many former soldiers turn to a life of crime to survive. Joss Jamon and his gang are among the worst of such men. After sacking the town of Los Palitos, they arrange for Lucky Luke to be arrested for their crimes. The lonesome cowboy, a rope already around his neck, is forced to make a deal with the angry citizens: Bring the real bandits back within six months or hang.

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