Asterix

[lafrancaise]

I'd like to buy an Asterix book for my 12 year old nephew who goes to Asterix Park every year, but I don't know which one to get. Is Asterix the Gaul the best being the first? Hope someone can help me out.

[atoach]

My favourite is Ast�rix chez les Bretons (Asterix in Britain) which is good if you want to understand the stereotypical views the French have about the British.

[spudqueen]

I don't think it really matters, my son reads Asterix in any order, as I buy them. Especially if he goes to Asterix Park he will know the general story and the characters.

[lafrancaise]

Thanks to you both. The thing is he's been going to Asterix Park for the last 4 years (prefers it to Disneyland as there's more water!) but I've only recently realised he didn't know that Asterix was a character in a book. I was hoping somebody could tell me what they think would be the best one for a 12 year old to start off with. Asterix chez les Bretons is really good but would a 12 year old really appreciate (and understand) the humour?

[jno]

yes - fine for 12 year olds and even younger; they may not get all the jokes but they'll understand enough.

[mike b]

I discovered Asterix on a school exchange visit before they were even translated over here, and probably learnt more useful French from the books than from school lessons... sont fous, ces Bretons!!

[Quizmonkey]

Definitely start with Ast the Gaul - then any in any order!