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Asterix the Gladiator

By René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo

Part of the Asterix series

Adjectives

humorous adventurous satirical entertaining

Genres

Humour Adventure Historical Fiction

Synopsis

When the Roman prefect Odius Asparagus kidnaps Cacofonix the bard to present him to Julius Caesar, Asterix and Obelix embark on a daring mission to rescue their friend. Their journey takes them to Rome, where they infiltrate the gladiatorial games at the Circus Maximus. Amidst chariot races and lion encounters, the duo's antics turn the games into an unexpected spectacle, challenging Caesar's expectations and showcasing the indomitable spirit of the Gauls.

About the author

René Goscinny was a brilliant writer from France who made millions of children laugh with his stories. He is best known for creating the funny adventures of Asterix the Gaul and the Little Nicholas books. René loved inventing clever characters and exciting tales, inspiring readers all over the world to enjoy reading and using their imagination.

Pages

48 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2004

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