Description
Lucky Luke. The Ballad of the Daltons
Book Summary
In this new installment of the Lucky Luke classics collection, readers will discover an unpublished adventure of the famous lonesome cowboy. The publisher Ediciones Kraken is recovering titles that have never before been published in Spanish or that are difficult to find, offering comic book fans a unique opportunity to complete their collection. With the unmistakable stroke of Maurice De Bévère (Morris), this story promises action, humor, and the characteristic duel between the hero and his bumbling adversaries.
What is it about?
Lucky Luke once again faces his arch-enemies, the Dalton brothers, in an adventure that blends the Wild West with music and poetry. The plot revolves around a peculiar plan by the Daltons involving a ballad, an unusual element in their misdeeds. While the clumsy outlaws attempt to carry out their heist, Lucky Luke, with his faithful horse Jolly Jumper and his inseparable cigarette, must unmask their intentions and restore order to the dusty town. The story maintains the humorous and agile tone characteristic of the series, combining witty dialogue with comic situations and a fast-paced rhythm that keeps the reader hooked until the end.
Main Themes
- The struggle between law and crime in the Wild West.
- The incompetence and clumsiness of the Dalton brothers as a source of humor.
- The figure of the lone hero and vigilante, represented by Lucky Luke.
- The parody of American West musical and poetic genres.
- The preservation of the graphic heritage of classic European comics.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at collectors and fans of Lucky Luke who wish to complete their library with hard-to-find titles. It is also ideal for fans of classic European comics, especially the Franco-Belgian school, and for readers looking for a light, fun, and action-packed read, suitable for both young people and adults nostalgic for Western stories.
What this book offers
- Access to an unpublished or out-of-print Lucky Luke story, expanding knowledge of the character's universe.
- An enjoyable and entertaining read that combines humor, adventure, and Morris's characteristic graphic style.
- The opportunity to enjoy a high-quality hardcover edition, ideal for collectors.
- A nostalgic trip to the American West through the satirical and affectionate gaze of its creators.
Technical Specifications
- Author: De Bévère, Maurice
- Publisher: Ediciones Kraken
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: COMIC AND CARTOON, GRAPHIC NOVELS, ROLE-PLAYING GAMES, WAR GAMES AND STRATEGY GAMES, COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS
- Collection: LUCKY LUKE
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication Date: October 2013
- Number of pages: 48
- Weight: 430 g
Editorial Review
This edition of "The Ballad of the Daltons" represents a valuable recovery of Morris's legacy for Lucky Luke fans. Ediciones Kraken's initiative to rescue titles that are difficult to access in Spanish is a success for the classic comic market. The work maintains the original spirit of the series, with a plot that, although brief (48 pages), offers a concentrated dose of the humor and action that made the fastest cowboy in the West famous. It is a recommended acquisition for those looking to complete their collection or who wish to rediscover a lesser-known adventure of the character.