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Tintin in America

Hergé
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Tintin in America

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1979

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Hergé

Tintin in America

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1979
Book Details
Pages

62

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

Action & Adventure

French Literature
Setting

United States • 1930s

Publication Year

1979

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Tintin in America, Hergé presents the adventures of Tintin, a journalist who travels to the United States. Tintin uncovers organized crime in Chicago, encountering gangsters and corrupt officials. The story highlights his efforts to navigate danger and expose criminal activities, reflecting the challenges faced in early 20th-century America.

Adventurous

Humorous

Playful

Mysterious

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.2

18,898 ratings

60%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tintin in America by Hergé is praised for its dynamic artwork and engaging storyline, capturing the excitement of 1930s America. However, criticism arises from its stereotypical and outdated portrayals of Native Americans and other groups. Readers often appreciate the fast-paced adventure but note the need for a more sensitive cultural depiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tintin in America?

A reader likely to enjoy Tintin in America by Hergé would appreciate adventure tales with a blend of humor, satire, and cultural exploration. Fans of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes might find it appealing due to its spirited protagonist and engaging plot.

4.2

18,898 ratings

60%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

62

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

Action & Adventure

French Literature
Setting

United States • 1930s

Publication Year

1979

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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