The Shooting Star
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 7–11 · 1942

The Shooting Star

By Herge Au

Part of the The Adventures of Tintin (Young Readers) series

A reporter races to the Arctic to claim a meteorite, facing sabotage at every turn.

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Tintin, the intrepid reporter, embarks on a perilous journey to the Arctic Ocean with Captain Haddock. Their mission: to locate a meteorite containing a rare metal. As they navigate treacherous waters, they face relentless sabotage from unknown adversaries. Will Tintin outsmart his foes and secure the meteorite, or will the mysterious forces thwart his quest? Adventure, danger, and intrigue await in this thrilling race against time.

From the publisher

Hergé’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most iconic characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.

The world’s most famous travelling reporter voyages to the Arctic Ocean in search of the meteorite that has crash-landed in the north. A huge fireball comes hurtling towards Earth from space!

Tintin sets sail with Captain Haddock to find the meteorite in the stormy Arctic Ocean, but a valuable metal is contained in the meteorite and Tintin’s attempts to reach it are met with relentless sabotage!

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Format
Pages
80
Reading age
7–11
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Themes & topics
Books about comets, asteroids and meteors
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Publication
Published
May 6, 2013
First published
January 1, 1942
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781405267014

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