Tintin: Prisoners of the Sun (Casterman softcover album) by Hergé

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Description

Comic book album featuring the edition "Prisoners of the Sun" from "The Adventures of Tintin" series, created by Hergé. The cover visible in the photo shows a colorful visual with Tintin, Captain Haddock, Snowy, and a bound character, against a backdrop of Inca ruins, typical of this episode. The illustration is bordered by a red-orange graphic pattern on a black background at the top and bottom of the page.

The title "PRISONERS OF THE SUN" is printed in large black letters on a yellow cartouche, with "THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN" above and Hergé's signature in red. In the bottom right, the Casterman publisher's logo, characteristic of Tintin albums, is visible.

The spine of the album is red, typical of modern paperback editions. The texture of the cover shows a slightly halftone effect, visible under the light, which is common on recent prints. The colors are vibrant, with no notable fading on the front cover shown.

The visible scene highlights the main characters of the series: Tintin in a blue shirt and brick-colored trousers, Captain Haddock in a dark coat and trousers, Snowy in white, and a South American character wearing a yellow poncho and a multi-feathered crown. The stone and rock decor evokes the adventurous atmosphere of the story.

Condition

The front cover appears clean and shiny. No major defects, signs of wear, creases, or missing parts are visible on the photographed cover. The item is used and sold as is.

Did you know? "Prisoners of the Sun," first published in 1949, is a sequel to "The Seven Crystal Balls" and is the 14th title in the Tintin series. The plot is inspired by Inca culture and the history of the conquistadors, with Hergé having consulted specialists to accurately depict costumes and settings.

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