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A review by wyrmbergmalcolm
Asterix and the Roman Agent by René Goscinny
5.0
A brilliant story and the heroes don't even have to leave their village to find trouble. Trouble finds them in the form of Tortuous Convolvulus, a little man whose very presence seems to incur jealousy and mistrust as he knows just what to say and do to cause rife.
Lots of infighting with the Gauls in this one that shows off their insecurities and hidden resentments. A couple more character introductions with Geriatrix's wife (who, although is a staple for the rest of the series is never named) and Fulliautomax's wife. With all these ladies now established, it's rather fitting that they get their own brawl.
These books are full of bright, fun and delightful characters who go on various adventures and get to beat up a bunch of Roman soldiers. Accompanying the story and the characters is a plethora of clever puns and word play that the translators should get a medal for. There are always a few gags or phrases in Latin that may mean nothing to the non-Latin speakers (such as myself) but Google can lend a helping hand there.
Lots of infighting with the Gauls in this one that shows off their insecurities and hidden resentments. A couple more character introductions with Geriatrix's wife (who, although is a staple for the rest of the series is never named) and Fulliautomax's wife. With all these ladies now established, it's rather fitting that they get their own brawl.
These books are full of bright, fun and delightful characters who go on various adventures and get to beat up a bunch of Roman soldiers. Accompanying the story and the characters is a plethora of clever puns and word play that the translators should get a medal for. There are always a few gags or phrases in Latin that may mean nothing to the non-Latin speakers (such as myself) but Google can lend a helping hand there.