Description
“Asterix and Caesar’s Gift” is the twenty-first book in the Asterix series of comic books by French writer René Goscinny and illustrator Albert Uderzo. The book was first published in 1974 and tells the story of how Julius Caesar gives the village of the indomitable Gauls a gift, which causes a stir among the villagers.
In the story, Caesar sends his tax collector, Comedix, to the Gaulish village to collect taxes. Comedix is a big fan of gladiator games and, as a gift to the village, Caesar orders the construction of a gladiator school in the village. The Gauls are initially excited by the gift, but they soon realize that the school will attract trouble, particularly as the Romans will use it to recruit new soldiers for their army.
As usual, Asterix and Obelix are at the forefront of the action, as they try to prevent the Romans from using the gladiator school to their advantage. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including a Roman spy who has infiltrated the village and is working to undermine the Gauls’ efforts.
Overall, “Asterix and Caesar’s Gift” is a humorous and entertaining addition to the Asterix series, with its engaging storyline, well-developed characters, and detailed artwork. The book also provides a satirical commentary on the nature of power and politics, particularly in the context of the Roman Empire.
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