The Complete Asterix Box Set (38 Titles) Paperback

The Complete Asterix Box Set (38 Titles), Paperback

This complete asterix box set gathers 38 paperback titles about the little Gaulish warrior. Asterix first appeared on 29 October 1959 in the French magazine Pilote, and the first album, Asterix the Gaul, came out in 1961 with a print run of 6,000 copies.

The books are humorous comics for readers of all ages. In English they were translated by Anthea Bell, who worked on the series from the very beginning.

Asterix by the numbers

• 370 million comic books sold around the world
• 111 translations into languages and dialects
• 9 animated films and 4 live action films
• A theme park in France, Le Parc Astérix
• 100 licenses

What a critic said

Writing in the Independent, Daniel Hahn named Asterix as his first choice for a character who can transcend age, called the books a delight, and praised Anthea Bell for translating them with wit and energy.

Condition of the set

The box is new and unread. It has sat on a bookstore shelf, so there may be light cosmetic wear from handling, and the seller notes it is not intended for collectors.

Reading Asterix in English

Anthea Bell’s translations are well known for their wordplay. The Independent review quoted with the set credits her with keeping the English books witty and full of energy even as the creative team in France changed. With 38 titles in one box, a reader can follow the little Gaul through the whole run in English. The set suits families, since the comics are written to be enjoyed by children and adults.

Book details

• Title: The Complete Asterix Box Set
• Format: Paperback box set
• Titles: 38
• English translation: Anthea Bell

Questions buyers ask

How many Asterix books are in this box set?

Thirty-eight titles, all in paperback.

Who translated Asterix into English?

Anthea Bell, who translated the series from its start.

When did Asterix first appear?

On 29 October 1959, in Pilote magazine. The first book followed in 1961.

Is the set new?

Yes, it is new and unread, though it may show light wear from time on a store shelf. It is not meant for collectors.

What is the delivery time in the USA?

Orders ship within the USA, and delivery usually takes 5 to 7 working days.