Asterix comic books issue 5

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Collects Asterix and the Cauldron, Asterix in Spain, and Asterix and the Roman Agent.

Written by Rene Goscinny. Art and cover by Albert Uderzo.

In Asterix and the Cauldron, when a local Gaulish chief wants a cauldron full of money kept out of Roman hands, he entrusts Asterix to guard the loot. When the cash disappears, Asterix and Obelix must find a way to make money... fast! At any cost, even their morals.

Asterix in Spain features our Gaulish hero heading to the Iberian peninsula to rescue the Gran Chen Huevos y Bacon's son. But with the return of the Chief's son to Hispania, comes a culture shock for Asterix and friends. Could Cacofonix the Bard finally find a culture that enjoys his awful singing?

Asterix and the Roman Agent, starts when rumors are spread that Asterix leaked the recipe for the power potion to Rome That can't possibly be true, and Asterix must find who started these terrible rumors. Soon the whole village is cast in suspicion. Asterix must clear his good name before the whole village tears apart at the seams with distrust.

These three classic graphic novels are newly translated especially for an American audience.

Includes a new afterword by Alexander Simmons providing historical and cultural context for Asterix, both in 50 B.C. and in the time the classic comics were made addressing various racial depictions

Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 152 pages, full color.

Cover price $22.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Collects Asterix and the Cauldron, Asterix in Spain, and Asterix and the Roman Agent.

Written by Rene Goscinny. Art and cover by Albert Uderzo.

In Asterix and the Cauldron, when a local Gaulish chief wants a cauldron full of money kept out of Roman hands, he entrusts Asterix to guard the loot. When the cash disappears, Asterix and Obelix must find a way to make money... fast! At any cost, even their morals.

Asterix in Spain features our Gaulish hero heading to the Iberian peninsula to rescue the Gran Chen Huevos y Bacon's son. But with the return of the Chief's son to Hispania, comes a culture shock for Asterix and friends. Could Cacofonix the Bard finally find a culture that enjoys his awful singing?

Asterix and the Roman Agent, starts when rumors are spread that Asterix leaked the recipe for the power potion to Rome That can't possibly be true, and Asterix must find who started these terrible rumors. Soon the whole village is cast in suspicion. Asterix must clear his good name before the whole village tears apart at the seams with distrust.

These three classic graphic novels are newly translated especially for an American audience.

Includes a new afterword by Alexander Simmons providing historical and cultural context for Asterix, both in 50 B.C. and in the time the classic comics were made addressing various racial depictions

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 152 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

Asterix and the Pirates. Text by Anthea Bell. Color art and games by John Grace and Sam Thompson. Push-out book with character stand ups and building pieces to make three ships and the gauls' own boat. 9" x 12-1/4", 28 pages, PC/PB&W.

UK Edition. 52 Pages, Full color.

NOTE: All Text is in French - Volume 5 - 1st printing. "Le Tour de Gaule d' Asterix (Asterix and the Banquet)!" Written by René Goscinny. Art by Albert Uderzo. Follow the hilarious adventures of the wily Gallic hero, Asterix, and his friends as they protect their town from dastardly Roman legionnaires in these hysterical historical tales - re-colored, re-linked, and released in their original order! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 48 pages, full color.

Note: All Text is in French.

NOTE: All Text is in French - Volume 5 - 2nd and later printings. "Le Tour de Gaule d' Asterix (Asterix and the Banquet)!" Written by René Goscinny. Art by Albert Uderzo. Follow the hilarious adventures of the wily Gallic hero, Asterix, and his friends as they protect their town from dastardly Roman legionnaires in these hysterical historical tales - re-colored, re-linked, and released in their original order! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 48 pages, full color.

Note: All Text is in French.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Collects Asterix and the Cauldron, Asterix in Spain, and Asterix and the Roman Agent. Fans of Asterix, rejoice: here are three fabulous Asterix stories in one book! In Asterix and the Cauldron, Asterix and Obelix will try anything to replace some mysteriously missing money. Asterix in Spain features the daring rescue of Chief Huevos y Bacon's son - but returning him to Spain is more than the Gauls have bargained for! And in Asterix and the Roman Agent, a sneaky spy named Tortuous Convolvulus tries to turn our heroes against each other! Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 152 pages, full color. Cover price $27.95.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Collects Asterix and the Cauldron, Asterix in Spain, and Asterix and the Roman Agent. Asterix's millions of fans will want this attractive collector's edition, featuring three favorite stories. In Asterix and the Cauldron, Asterix and Obelix will try anything to replace some mysteriously missing money. Asterix in Spain features the daring rescue of Chief Huevos y Bacon's son - but returning him to Spain is more than the Gauls have bargained for! And in Asterix and the Roman Agent, a sneaky spy named Tortuous Convolvulus tries to turn our heroes against each other! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 152 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

The Magician by Goscinny Uderzo. 20 Pages, Full Color, 6 3/4-in x 7 1/2-in.