{"product_id":"9781910856192","title":"Tanguy and Laverdure: The Definitive Edition 4","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTanguy and Laverdure Omnibus 4\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fourth omnibus volume collects the thrilling adventures of legendary pilots Tanguy and Laverdure, two young officers of the French Air Force whose courage and skill lead them to face the most dangerous missions. The work, which includes the episodes Special Mission, Black Angels, First Mission, The Mirage, and Trap for a Pilot, is an undisputed classic of aviation comics. The reader will find fast-paced action, military intrigue, and the spirit of a golden age of bande dessinée, all in a hardcover omnibus edition that brings together the stories that marked the beginning of Pilote magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn October 29, 1959, the legendary magazine Pilote arrived at newsstands featuring two young pilots as its standard-bearers: the intrepid ensigns Tanguy and Laverdure. This fourth omnibus collects five of their most iconic missions. In \u003cem\u003eSpecial Mission\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBlack Angels\u003c\/em\u003e, the protagonists face top-secret operations and implacable enemies. \u003cem\u003eFirst Mission\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Mirage\u003c\/em\u003e explore the origins and technical challenges of combat aviation. Finally, \u003cem\u003eTrap for a Pilot\u003c\/em\u003e closes the volume with an intrigue where cunning and courage are put to the test. Throughout these pages, readers witness aerial duels, conspiracies, and the forging of an unbreakable friendship in the context of the Cold War and the defense of military honor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary aviation and air combat in the jet age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHonor, loyalty, and camaraderie among elite pilots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSecret missions and intelligence operations during the Cold War.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-improvement and the spirit of sacrifice in extreme situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe nostalgia and legacy of the golden age of Franco-Belgian comics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis omnibus is aimed at fans of classic adventure comics, followers of the Franco-Belgian school, and those nostalgic for Pilote magazine. It is also ideal for readers interested in military aviation, action stories with a historical background, and long-running series that develop characters over time. Both collectors and new readers who wish to get started with the escapades of Tanguy and Laverdure will find in this volume an excellent gateway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn omnibus edition that brings together five complete episodes, allowing for continuous and uninterrupted reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to a foundational work of aviation comics, written by Jean-Michel Charlier and drawn by Jijé, two masters of the genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion into the historical and technological context of combat aviation in the 1950s and 1960s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFast-paced action and high-level visual storytelling, with detailed illustrations of aircraft and settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA collector's item in hardcover format, ideal for comic libraries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: JEAN-MICHEL CHARLIER AND JIJÉ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: PONENT MON EDITORIAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: GRAPHIC NOVELS, GRAPHIC NOVELS: LITERARY \u0026amp; MEMOIRS, COMICS \u0026amp; GRAPHIC NOVELS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: OMNIBUS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication Date: November 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 196\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 939 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fourth Tanguy and Laverdure omnibus is an essential piece for any fan of classic adventure comics. The combination of Charlier's precise and fast-paced script with Jijé's dynamic and detailed drawing offers a top-tier narrative experience. The hardcover edition and the compilation of five complete episodes make it a valuable acquisition for both collectors and new readers who wish to discover one of the most iconic aviation series in comics. Its content, which blends action, camaraderie, and historical context, remains fully relevant for those looking for well-constructed and visually striking stories.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PONENT MON EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405701472603,"sku":"9781910856192","price":34.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978191085619.jpg?v=1781830490","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9781910856192","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}