Asterix & Obelix's Birthday: The Golden Book - Album #34

as advertised

Last book of the series by the original drawing artist Uderzo. It marks the 50th anniversary of the series (1959-2009) and includes many of the characters that appear on the 33 previous books, including both authors. The story is unremarkable but it is a collector's must-have.

fast shipping arrived in new condition. pages where even crisp. would do business with again.

This is definitely not a book meant for starter Asterix fans - this is more like a finale book! Once you read this book, you realize that this is precisely that - an adieu by Uderzo. It is highly improbable that he will write another Asterix book again, and so we get this Birthday book, which is basically a collage featuring characters from all the other books making an appearance in this book. The book itself is not terrible, but it's not good either! Rather like a Curate's egg!The story is weak, however I would still recommend getting this title just so one can complete one's original Asterix collection. As events have it, Asterix will probably live on and continue making appearances in new titles, however they will be titles by other authors, not Goscinny or Uderzo. That spoils the charm! I wish Uderzo had gone the Herge way, but there you have it, he's not!So, like I said - get this book just because it's going to be Uderzo's last!

If you are an Asterix fan, you should get this book; almost all the characters from the entire series come together, and it is just like a review of everything you have found in all previous Asterix books.The story may be a little weak, but this book was not drawn for the story. I think it is a great tribute to 50 years of Asterix. I agree that humor is a little subtle in this book, and that, in my opinion makes it even better. If you are not an Asterix fan you can go for another title; however, if you are, you will love this book.

What can I say? I buy the Asterix books for my middle school sons who adore them. They were first introduced to them when they were in grade school, by some friends from France. I was always an anti-comic book mom, but how can I complain when world history is thrown into the story? Both boys (ages 12 and 14) read and reread all of the titles we own. We have the paperback versions and the bindings are very sturdy and hold up to all the wear and tear and usage. They love 'em!

Its for die hard fans as new fans may not get everything written in it. Loved it. Delivery also super fast here so kudos for that!

The story is very bad, it is just a good example of Uderzo's art. Additionally, this version is smaller than the versions in the other languages, making it unpleasant to read.

different to the usual adventures not many pages, its a much shorter story also ,however the drawings are nice quality

As always, fabulous graphics and a welcome addition to my collection...BUT... the storyline isn't great and there's an element missing. Perhaps Asterix and Obelix have reached the end of thier 'natural' lifetime.Having said that, The books never fail to entertain and are artworks in their own right.

The good condition & fast delivery. The package was good enough to hold the content. I'm happy with my purchase.

Recepient and family all love it

Always good, mostly great!