1 / 7The Adventures of Tintin: Land of Black Gold
The Adventures of Tintin: Land of Black Gold is a 64-page illustrated mystery adventure about Tintin investigating doctored petrol and travelling to the Middle East. It is an individual graphic novel for readers interested in the classic series, rather than a multi-book collection.
At a glance
- Tintin investigates doctored petrol explosions and follows the mystery to the Middle East.
- A standalone illustrated adventure in The Adventures of Tintin series.
- The listing gives a reading age of 8 - 12 years.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The 64-page length offers a defined, relatively compact read for a young graphic-novel reader.
- The plot combines a mystery with a Middle Eastern setting, as described in the listing.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Farshore |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 26 Sept. 2012 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 64 pages |
| Reading age | 8 - 12 years |
| Dimensions | 22 x 0.5 x 29.5 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 430 g |
| ISBN-10 | 1405206268 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1405206266 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Tintin fans seeking the Land of Black Gold adventure as an individual book.
- Families looking for an illustrated mystery listed for ages 8 - 12.
- Readers building a collection of The Adventures of Tintin.
Less suited to
- Shoppers seeking a multi-book set rather than one Tintin adventure.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the story as entertaining and adventure-driven, with artwork and humour also appreciated. The feedback highlights appeal to both children and adults and usefulness for introducing children to Tintin. This aligns with the listed illustrated format and 8 - 12 reading age, but individual reading preferences may differ.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the adventure-driven story and artwork.
- Readers are reported to find it entertaining, with humour that appeals to children and adults.
- Feedback describes it as suitable for children and helpful for getting them interested in Tintin.
Frequently asked questions
What is Land of Black Gold about?
The listing describes Tintin investigating doctored petrol that is causing vehicles to explode, leading him to the Middle East.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 64 pages.
What reading age is listed?
The listing gives a reading age of 8 - 12 years.
Is this a Tintin collection set?
The listing identifies Land of Black Gold as one adventure. It does not describe this item as a multi-book set.
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