Asterix in Spain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Asterix in Spain(Astérix en Hispanie) |
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| Date | 1971 |
| Series | Asterix |
| Creative team | |
| Writers | Rene Goscinny |
| Artists | Albert Uderzo |
| Original publication | |
| Date of publication | 1969 |
| Language | French |
| Chronology | |
| Preceded by | Asterix and the Cauldron |
| Followed by | Asterix and the Roman Agent |
Asterix in Spain (called Astérix en Hispanie in French) is the 14th book in the super popular Asterix comic series. It was created by René Goscinny, who wrote the stories, and Albert Uderzo, who drew the amazing pictures. This adventure first appeared in Pilote magazine in France during 1969. It was then translated into English in 1971, letting more fans enjoy the fun!
Contents
The Story of Asterix in Spain
This comic book tells an exciting tale about Asterix and Obelix traveling to ancient Spain.
A Hostage from Hispania
The story begins when Julius Caesar and his Roman army learn about a group of brave Iberians (people from ancient Spain) who are fighting back against Roman rule. To try and stop them, the Romans kidnap Pepe. Pepe is the son of Chief Huevos Y Bacon, whose name means "eggs and bacon." The Romans send Pepe to Gaul as a hostage.
But things don't go as planned for the Romans! Asterix and Obelix quickly defeat Pepe's Roman guards. They decide to keep Pepe safe in their own Gaulish village.
Pepe's Mischief and a New Mission
Pepe is a lively kid, and his playful mischief soon starts to annoy the Gauls. He even enjoys the terrible singing of the village bard, Cacofonix, which really bothers everyone else! To keep the peace, Asterix and Obelix are given a special job: they must take Pepe all the way back home to Hispania.
So, Asterix, Obelix, Pepe, and their loyal dog Dogmatix begin their long journey to Spain. Unknown to them, a Roman officer named Spurius Brontosaurus, who was part of Pepe's original escort, secretly follows them. He's disguised and planning something tricky.
A Roman Plot and a Bullfight
Along the way, Brontosaurus sees Asterix and Obelix easily defeat some bandits. This makes him want to steal Asterix's magic potion, which gives him super strength. But Asterix catches Brontosaurus trying to steal it! During the chase that follows, both Asterix and Brontosaurus are arrested by Roman soldiers.
They are taken to the circus in Hispalis, a Roman city in Spain. There, Asterix finds himself in a situation like a bullfighting event. He grabs a red cloak from a high-ranking Roman. A wild aurochs (a type of ancient bull) charges at him again and again. Asterix cleverly tricks the aurochs into knocking itself out. Because of his amazing victory, Asterix is set free. Spurius Brontosaurus, who was fired from the army, decides he'll become a bullfighter himself!
Returning Home
Meanwhile, Obelix has successfully brought Pepe back to his village. The Roman army is surrounding the village, trying to capture it. Obelix, eager to reunite with Asterix, charges through the Roman lines. This scatters the Romans, and their commander decides to just keep the village surrounded, much like the Romans do with Asterix and Obelix's own village back in Gaul.
Finally, Asterix and Obelix say a sad goodbye to Pepe and the brave Iberians. They return to Gaul for their usual victory feast. At the banquet, Obelix tries to show off some Spanish dancing and singing. This makes the blacksmith, Fulliautomatix, very annoyed, but Cacofonix loves it!
See also
In Spanish: Astérix en Hispania para niños
