Pays de l'or noir (egmont)anglais (METHUEN COPRO)

"Land of the Black Gold" had been around for a little while, but due to World War II, it didn't get finished by Herge until 1950. It's a good Tintin adventure, and well worth a read for fans of comics. Great humour, locations and story, I thought. Cars are blowing up all over the world, thanks to tainted petrol. It's hard to say what the cause is, because it leaves no traces in tests. Tintin and the dectectives Thompson and Thomson decide head to the oilfields to investigate, and the three of them get framed for smuggling on the way and arrested. There's a kidnapping, some strange medications, a few practical jokes and an appearance from an old friend or two... Speaking of old friends, it might be good to read a couple of other Tintin adventures before reading this one, ("The Black Island" and "The Crab with the Golden Claws" might be a good start).

An oil crisis breaks out, leading Tintin to the Arab Emirate of Khemed. There he works his way through a series of escapades in the desert and the cities of Kemekhal and Wadesdah where Tintin must deal with the thuggery of the local Arabs . Tintin meets with Emir Ben Kalish Ezab and agress to rescue his kidnapped son Prince Abdullah leadfing him to confront his old enemy Dr Muller, as well as the impossibility of dealing with his charge, the young Abdullah. Quite fast moving and without the flow of some of the Tintin books, this adventure is nonetheless jam-packed with action.As usual the rest of the gang such as the fiery Captain Haddock and the disastrous Thompson and Thomson add to the brew!

As a kid, the one single book that would bring me greatest joy and take me to a whole different world was "Adventures of Tintin". I am 25, and I love them more than ever before. It is REALLY a pity that Herge isn't alive today to write about a 1000 more. I sure hope some bright new talent can capture his magic and continue to amaze the millions of Tintin fans who are dying for more of his unique adventures.His books are guaranteed to keep you captivated, as the adventures are VERY well thought out, and the characters are among the most intriguing ones you have ever imagined. The adventures, the characters, and the ambience of the book in combination give you the best time you have ever had reading any book. Not only will the plot keep you on the edge of your seat, but the characters are guaranteed to make you laugh and keep you coming back for more. Don't take my word for it. TRY IT NOW!

I loved Tintin books when I was a kid, and I love them now at age 37. I know I'm not alone, because a Tintin store in San Francisco sells Tintin coffee cups and ties and key chains (grown-up's items!) I myself have a Tintin tie and key chain! THE LAND OF BLACK GOLD is my favorite Tintin book. It has all the best characters, humor, and an intriguing plot. (That's why adults can like them, because many of the books have reasonably sophisticated James-Bond type plots.) Tintin forever!