The Adventures of Tintin — Knigausa Bookstore: Russian Books

The Calculus Affair

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:03:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children`s booksHerge`s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most iconic characters in children`s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world`s most famous travelling reporter is confused by some very strange goings on. Windows, mirrors and chandeliers are spontaneously shattering and Tintin is left flummoxed. After a shooting and a break in, Tintin knows Professor Calculus is in danger, but he has only one clue — an unusual packet of cigarettes. He has a mystery to solve. But can he do it before a terrible weapon falls into the wrong hands?Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson in 2011.The Adventures of Tintin continue to charm more than 80 years after they first found their way into publication. Since then an estimated 230 million copies have been sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early 20th.Herge (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.

Prisoners of the Sun

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:03:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children’s booksHerge’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most iconic characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world’s most famous travelling reporter journeys to South America on a mission to save Professor Calculus.When Professor Calculus is kidnapped, Tintin and a desperate Captain Haddock set off to Peru on a rescue mission, braving runaway train carriages, yellow fever and avalanches. Then they must find an ancient Inca tribe if they are to find their great friend.Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson in 2011.The Adventures of Tintin continue to charm more than 80 years after they first found their way into publication. Since then an estimated 230 million copies have been sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early 20th.Herge (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.

Red Rackhams Treasure’

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 23:43:12 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children`s booksHerge`s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most iconic characters in children`s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world`s most famous travelling reporter sets out in search of Red Rackham`s treasure.Determined to find the treasure of the notorious pirate Red Rackham, Tintin and Captain Haddock set sail aboard the Sirius to find the shipwreck of the Unicorn. With the help of an ingenious shark-shaped submarine, Tintin follows the clues deep down on this ocean adventure.Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson in 2011.The Adventures of Tintin continue to charm more than 80 years after they first found their way into publication. Since then an estimated 230 million copies have been sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early 20th.Herge (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.

Destination Moon

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 17:45:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children’s literatureHerge’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world’s most famous travelling reporter discovers that Professor Calculus is building a space rocket. Tintin and Captain Haddock are amazed to find that Professor Calculus is planning a top-secret project from the Sprodj Atomic Research Centre in Syldavia. And before our intrepid hero knows it, the next stop on this adventure is … Space.Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries.

Tintin in America

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 15:18:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children’s literatureHerge’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world’s most famous travelling reporter heads for America. Gangsters, Cowboys, and the Big Apple await Tintin when he travels across the Atlantic. He soon finds himself in terrible danger — but with Snowy to help him, he faces it head on …Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries.

Land of Black Gold

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:32:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children’s literatureHerge’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world’s most famous travelling reporter sets out for the Middle East in his latest adventure.Boom! Doctored petrol is blowing up vehicles all around the country. Determined to find the culprits, Tintin heads for the Middle East, but he is in for a nasty shock when he encounters a familiar face in the desert.Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries.

The Adventures of Tintin 1. Tintin in the Land of

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:32:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children’s booksJoin the world’s most famous travelling reporter in his exciting adventures as he travels behind the Iron Curtain in Tintin in the Land of the Soviets, and tangles with Al Capone in Tintin in America.The first of eight volumes containing Hergй’s best loved adventure stories, with two thrilling mysteries:Tintin in the Land of the SovietsAccompanied by his dog Snowy, Tintin leaves Brussels to go undercover in Soviet Russia. His attempts to research his story are put to the test by the Bolsheviks and Moscow’s secret police …Tintin in AmericaGangsters, Cowboys, and the Big Apple await Tintin when he travels across the Atlantic to America. He soon finds himself in terrible danger – but with Snowy to help him, he faces it head on …Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on extraordinary adventures spanning historical and political events.

The Adventures of Tintin Volume 2

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:32:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children’s booksJoin the world’s most famous travelling reporter in his exciting adventures investigating smugglers in the two-part story Cigars of the Pharaoh and The Blue Lotus, then travels into the depths of the rainforest in The Broken Ear.The second of eight volumes containing Herge’s best loved adventure stories, with three thrilling mysteries:Cigars of the PharaohOn the hunt for an Egyptologist and a mysterious ancient pharaoh, Tintin scours Egypt and India. He makes friends with elephants, narrowly avoids falling victim to the poison of madness and saves a maharajah from a killer tiger.The Blue LotusIn India, Tintin gets drawn into a dangerous mystery revolving around a madness-inducing poison. He traces its origins to Shanghai and a nefarious web of opium traffickers. But can he outwit the crooks?The Broken EarThe Arumbaya fetish has been stolen! But with the help of a talking parrot, Tintin is soon on the hunt for the famous artefact, which can be distinguished by its broken ear. He must solve a murder and discover the true value of the fetish, and quick – because he is not the only one on the trail!Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on extraordinary adventures spanning historical and political events.

The Adventures of Tintin Volume 3

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:32:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children’s booksJoin the world’s most famous travelling reporter in three exciting adventures as he visits the highlands of Scotland in The Black Island, solves a mysterious theft in King Ottokar’s Sceptre, and meets a certain Captain Haddock for the first time in The Crab with the Golden Claws.The third of eight volumes containing Herge’s best loved adventure stories, with three thrilling mysteries:The Black IslandWrongly accused of a theft, Tintin is led to set out with Snowy on an adventure to investigate a gang of forgers.King Ottokar’s SceptreTintin travels to the Syldavia and uncovers a plot to dethrone King Muskar XII. But can he help the head of state before it’s too late?The Crab with the Golden ClawsFaced with a drowned sailor, counterfeit coins and a ship full of opium, Tintin sets out on another adventure. Aboard the Karaboudjan, Tintin is introduced to Captain Haddock for the first time, and they are soon both facing a deathly thirst in the Sahara desert.Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on extraordinary adventures spanning historical and political events.

The Adventures of Tintin 4 The Shooting Star

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:32:11 +0000

One of the most iconic characters in children’s booksJoin the world’s most famous travelling reporter in his exciting adventures as races to claim a mysterious meteorite in The Shooting Star, and uncovers a lost pirate’s hoard in the two-part story The Secret of the Unicorn and Red Rackham’s Treasure.The fourth of eight volumes containing Herge’s best loved adventure stories, with three thrilling mysteries:The Shooting StarThings are hotting up for Tintin as a huge fireball comes hurtling towards earth! Soon he is setting sail with Captain Haddock to find the meteorite in the stormy Arctic Ocean, but a valuable metal is contained in the meteorite and Tintin’s attempts to reach it are met with relentless sabotage!The Secret of the UnicornWhen Tintin stumbles across a model ship at the Old Street Market, he buys it as a gift for his friend Captain Haddock. But this isn’t just any old model ship … it’s the Unicorn. Built by one of Haddock’s ancestors it holds a clue to finding the treasure of a notorious pirate.Red Rackham’s TreasureDetermined to find the treasure of the notorious pirate Red Rackham, Tintin and Captain Haddock set sail aboard the Sirius to find the shipwreck of the Unicorn. With the help of an ingenious shark-shaped submarine, Tintin follows the clues deep down on this ocean adventure.Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on extraordinary adventures spanning historical and political events.