Asterix and the Goths

Druid getafix is abducted by Goths in their pursuit of the magic potion to fight the Romans and conquer Gaul. Asterix and Obelix must rescue him before it is too late.

"Asterix and the Goths" is a pretty early Asterix adventure, first published in 1963. It features the Goths, who kidnap Getafix the Gaulish druid in a plot to take over Julius Caesar's Rome, while Asterix and Obelix, who live in Getafix's village, go out to rescue him from Germania. It's short and simple, 48 pages more or less, but features some fun little parts about mistaken identity and such along the way. Worth a look for Asterix fans.

First published in French in 1963 as Astérix et les Goths, it was first published in English in 1974.Asterix and Obelix accompany Druid Getafix to the Annual Conference of Druids, where Getafix is captured by Goths.After causing much confusion among the Romans in Eastern Gaul, they sneak into Germania to rescue the Druid, and cause great strife among the Goths, ensuring that by the time they leave , the Goths will be very busy, warring with each other, indeed.As always Goscinny and Uderzo poke fun at the various peoples of Europe, this time is the turn of the Germans, but it is done in good humor, that everyone can appreciate, and should offend no one. And what's more you get to learn all about the history of Ancient Germania.

What do you get when you kidnap a Gaulish druid? A bloody hard pounding. And you can be sure that Asterix and Obelix will be laying them out in style. In this highly amusing tale from Uderzo and Goscinny, the druid, Getafix, is kidnapped by Goths who want the formula to the magic potion. Unfortunately for them, they underestimate the Gauls' code of loyalty. Asterix, the little, Roman terrorizer, and Obelix, the huge menhir carrier, take off to Germania, disguised as Romans, to teach the Goths a lesson or two in manners. One bout leads to another and the Romans, Goths and Gauls find themselves in hilarious situations! Your European history might come in a little handy for this entertaining one, but if you didn't take good notes in school, don't fret because you'd smile just as wide... A truly delightful romp for all ages!Most Asterix titles are aimed at a teen/adult audience and they cleverly integrate many historical events in to their plots. There is also a deeper satirical presence throughout these books, and for that reason I feel that children under the age of 12 or so would not quite appreciate the humor. The violence is more along the lines of black eyes, dented armor and missing teeth, and hence should not worry a parent too much.

This book was great! I have read it many times, and thought that they did not have it anywhere any more. I recommend that all children read these books.