Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield by René Goscinny

Why read the book?

René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo wrote Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield. It is the eleventh book in the Asterix series. Vitalstatistix has pain in his liver. He needs a cure at a spa in Arvernia. Asterix and Obelix go with him.

Caesar wants Vercingetorix's shield for a triumph in Gergovia. Romans and Gauls hunt for the shield. The story mixes health trips with a search. It shows humour in Roman pride and Gaulish pride. Readers enjoy adventure in old France. The book mocks history and power. It takes the heroes to new places with laughs.

Favourite quote

These Romans are crazy.

What I Loved

Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield sends the heroes to Arvernia for a fresh setting. Vitalstatistix diets but eats rich food at inns. This makes his pain worse. Asterix and Obelix explore and cause chaos.

They meet odd people on the hunt for the shield. Uderzo draws spas, mountains, and Roman camps with detail. Goscinny adds jokes on health fads and old battles. The plot has twists as the shield passes hands in odd ways. Friends help each other.

The story builds to a clever end in Gergovia. The Gauls win with smarts. The art shows busy towns and hot springs well. The words stay simple for a fast read. The end gives pride and joy. The book keeps the series fun with history and heart.

Key Takeaway

Pride and clever plans beat force. Friends help in tough times.

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