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Asterix and Obelix's Birthday: The Golden Book (2009)

Asterix and Obelix's Birthday: The Golden Book (2009)

Asterix and Obelix’s Birthday: The Golden Book is the thirty-fourth episode of the Asterix comic book series, designed and written by Albert Uderzo. The usage of previous Asterix stories led to co-creator Late René Goscinny also being credited. The album, which celebrates the 50th anniversary of the creation of the series, was released on 22 […]

Asterix and the Falling Sky (2005)

Asterix and the Falling Sky (2005)

Asterix and the Falling Sky is the thirty-third volume of the Asterix comic book series, by Albert Uderzo (story and illustrations). It was released on October 14, 2005. The album is explained by Uderzo as a tribute to Walt Disney, who inspired him to become an artist. It is generally disliked by fans, mostly because […]

Asterix and the Class Act (2003)

Asterix and the Class Act (2003)

Asterix and the Class Act (French: Astérix et la rentrée gauloise) is officially the thirty-second album of the Asterix comic book series, by René Goscinny (stories) and Albert Uderzo (illustrations and some stories), published in 2003. Unlike the other Asterix books it is a compilation of short stories, rather than one long story. Each story […]

Asterix and the Actress (2001)

Asterix and the Actress (2001)

Asterix and the Actress is the 31st volume of the Asterix comic book series, by Albert Uderzo (story and illustrations). Plot summary The story starts with a few surprises: For Asterix and Obelix’ birthday party, their parents have decided to come from Condatum. Their mothers have already arrived, bringing a fabulous Roman sword and helmet […]

Asterix and Obelix All at Sea (1996)

Asterix and Obelix All at Sea (1996)

Asterix and Obelix All at Sea is the thirtieth volume of the Asterix comic book series, by Albert Uderzo. The album was dedicated to Uderzo’s grandchild, as well as American actor Kirk Douglas. Plot summary A band of galley slaves under leadership of Spartakis have taken over Julius Caesar’s personal galley – much to its […]

Asterix and the Secret Weapon (1991)

Asterix and the Secret Weapon (1991)

Asterix and the Secret Weapon is the twenty-ninth volume of the Asterix comic book series and the fifth by Albert Uderzo alone. It parodies feminism and military secrets. Plot summary The story begins when a female bard named Bravura comes to the village to teach the children. She has been hired by the women of […]

Asterix and the Magic Carpet (1987)

Asterix and the Magic Carpet (1987)

Asterix and the Magic Carpet is the twenty-eighth volume of the Asterix comic book series, by René Goscinny (stories) and Albert Uderzo (illustrations). It was first published in 1987. It is the fourth book to be published after the death of René Goscinny and is thus both written and drawn by Albert Uderzo alone. The […]

Asterix and Son (1983)

Asterix and Son (1983)

Asterix and Son is the twenty-seventh volume of the Asterix comic book series, created by René Goscinny (stories) and Albert Uderzo (illustrations). Plot summary In this story, a baby boy inexplicably appears at the porch of Asterix’s house one morning. While taking care of him – a horrifying task for two single men – Asterix, […]

Asterix and the Black Gold (1981)

Asterix and the Black Gold (1981)

Asterix and the Black Gold (original name: L’Odyssée d’Astérix) is the twenty-sixth volume of Asterix comic book series, originally published in 1981. It is the second book to be published after the death of René Goscinny and is thus both written and drawn by Albert Uderzo. The book describes Asterix’s and Obelix’s voyage to the […]

Asterix and the Great Divide (1980)

Asterix and the Great Divide (1980)

Asterix and the Great Divide is the twenty-fifth volume of the Asterix comic book series. It was first published in 1980. Plot summary In a village similar to Asterix’s, two rival chiefs, Cleverdix and Majestix, have been elected. Through various incidents, a ditch has been dug through the village dividing it into the party of […]