Tintin Series 2 by Hergé 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Ages 8-12 - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
The Black Island
King Ottokar's Sceptre
The Crab with the Golden Claws
The Shooting Star
The Secret of The Unicorn

Condition: New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789123597994
Publisher: Egmont
Age Range: Ages 8-12

Overview:
Tintin Series 2 gathers five essential adventures from Hergé's world-famous comic-strip saga into one brand-new paperback collection. Following the first set, this bundle takes reporter Tintin and his dog Snowy across smugglers' moors, royal courts, drug-running ports, meteor-chasing seas, and a centuries-old treasure hunt. Printed in Hergé's classic full-colour ligne claire style, these five graphic novels suit growing readers, comic-book collectors, and anyone wanting to relive one of the most beloved series in children's literature.

About the Books:
Each volume stands as a complete mystery while building the wider Tintin mythology. In The Black Island, Tintin is drawn into the Scottish moors chasing forgers and a supposed monster, delivering one of the series' tensest chases. King Ottokar's Sceptre sends him into the fictional Balkan kingdom of Syldavia, where a plot to steal a royal sceptre tests his instincts for political intrigue. The Crab with the Golden Claws marks the first appearance of Captain Haddock, as Tintin uncovers an opium-smuggling ring hidden inside tins of crab meat — packed with disguises, shipwrecks, and desert peril. The Shooting Star turns to science-fiction wonder, following an expedition racing rival scientists to a meteorite fallen in the Arctic, laced with strange fungus and mounting suspicion. The Secret of the Unicorn opens the celebrated treasure-hunt saga, as Tintin and Haddock decode parchments hidden inside a model ship to uncover the fate of Haddock's pirate ancestor. Together, these five stories showcase Hergé's meticulous artwork, sharp dialogue, and gift for blending humour with genuine suspense. Every panel rewards close reading, encouraging young readers to study clues alongside Tintin while building visual literacy and vocabulary. Perfect for solo reading or shared family story time, this set brings the golden era of Tintin's adventures to a new generation of fans, collectors, and reluctant readers alike, offering hours of gripping entertainment across five distinct worlds and settings.

Key Benefits:

• Five classic Tintin adventures in one brand-new paperback set
• Introduces fan-favourite Captain Haddock for the first time
• Iconic ligne claire artwork that builds visual literacy
• Ideal for confident readers aged 8-12 and family reading time
• A perfect gift for comic-book fans and collectors alike
• Encourages problem-solving as readers follow clues alongside Tintin

About the Author:
Hergé was the pen name of Georges Prosper Remi, the Belgian artist and writer who created Tintin in 1929. Over more than five decades, he produced 24 Tintin adventures, translated into over 80 languages and adored by generations of readers worldwide. Renowned for his clean, precise ligne claire drawing style and meticulously researched settings, Hergé helped establish the European comic strip as a serious storytelling art form. He continued writing and illustrating Tintin until his death in 1983, leaving one of the most influential bodies of work in children's literature and graphic storytelling.

Why You'll Love This Set:
Witty, suspenseful, and beautifully illustrated, this five-book set captures Tintin at his globe-trotting best. A brilliant introduction for new readers and a nostalgic treat for longtime fans alike.

Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown, as this is the current UK edition with UK ISBN.