Asterix and the Roman Agent (Asterix (Orion Hardcover)) [Hardcover]

Rene Goscinny (Author), Albert Uderzo (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: Asterix (Orion Hardcover)

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.

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About the Author

Rene Goscinny was born in Paris in 1926, and spent most of his childhood in Argentina, before eventually moving to Paris in 1951. He died in 1977. Albert Uderzo was born in 1927 in a small village in Marne, France. He met Rene Goscinny in 1951 and on 29 October 1959 their most famous creation, Asterix, made his first appearance on page 20 of Pilote. Asterix the Gaul, their first album, was published in 1961 and there have now been 33 Asterix albums. Albert Uderzo was born in 1927 in a small village in Marne, France. He met Rene Goscinny in 1951 and on 29 October 1959 their most famous creation, Asterix, made his first appearance on page 20 of Pilote. Asterix the Gaul, their first album, was published in 1961 and there have now been 34 Asterix albums.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: Orion (September 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 075286632X
• ISBN-13: 978-0752866321
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #279,346 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Divide and Rule, July 2, 2002

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Gary Selikow (Great Kush) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Asterix and the Roman Agent (Adventures of Asterix) (Paperback)

Julius Caesar's opponents in the Roman Senate are putting him under increasing ridicule, as a result of the continued resistance of the tiny village in the north of Gaul, which refuses to submit to Roman hegemony.
His latest plan involves the use of an agent, who has a remarkable talent to cause enmity and conflict, wherever he goes.
Before he gets to use his cunning in his attempts to neutralize the village, we get to observe his talents, with all who he comes into contact with.
Before long, Tortuous Convulvulus has sown the seeds of slander, jealousy and calumny in the Gaullish village, causing Asterix, Obelix and Getafix to leave the village.
Can our friends once more foil the Romans and preserve the independence of the village?
This Asterix album comes complete with a handy little battle guide, and once more is filled with the puns and wit we have come to expect from Goscinny and Uderzo.
In this album we get to examine the divide and rule tactics of the Roman Empire, which where used so well by the British Empire, and in the 20th century the Communist Empire. It is also used today with great effect in one party states to neutralize opposition.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Classic Gaulish adventure!, June 29, 2000

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"timsolo" (Makati Philippines) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Asterix and the Roman Agent (Hardcover)

In this book, the great Julius Caesar attempts once more to destroy the well-loved Armorican village on the seaside of Gaul. He sends a Roman agent to sow the seeds of strife between Asterix and his people.

Whether you're a newcomer to the world of Asterix and Obelix the Gauls, or an old fan, this particular book is one that is definitely worth owning. The way the authors so easily entwine history with fiction and comedy is priceless.

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series, August 5, 2011

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KENMAC (OK) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Asterix and the Roman Agent (Asterix (Orion Paperback)) (Paperback)

The whole series is wonderful. I have read them for 30+ years and have even cought my 18 month old starting to read them.