Asterix Comic Book - The Mansion of the Gods - ORIGINAL 1971 - Lot 208

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Asterix Comic Book - The Mansion of the Gods - ORIGINAL 1971 - Lot 208
Asterix Comic Book - The Mansion of the Gods - ORIGINAL 1971 EDITION (Dargaud) A comic book volume from the series *The Adventures of Asterix the Gaul*, Volume 17, titled *The Mansion of the Gods*, written by René Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo. A certified collector’s copy in its original edition. Copy details: Publisher: Dargaud Éditeur Effective legal deposit date: 4th quarter of 1971 - No. 1335 Publisher’s number: Publisher No. 582 Copyright: © by Dargaud 1971 Printer: IMPRIMERIE MOLIÈRE - LYON Translation notes: Includes the complete table “Around the World: Asterix in Foreign Languages,” detailing the various international publishers of the time (Ehapa Verlag, William Morrow, etc.). Back Cover: The list of “Previously Published” titles engraved on the menhir carried by Obelix ends precisely with the title *The Mansion of the Gods*. The complete absence of a barcode and this closed list confirm that this is the very first historical printing from 1971. Overall Condition: The album is in fair condition, showing the signs of age characteristic of this first edition. Covers: The front cover has an off-white background that has remained relatively clean. The illustration of Asterix in front of *Le Domaine des dieux* retains its beautiful colors. The back cover is sound, showing a patina and slight natural soiling typical of its age. Spine and Endpapers: Please note a visible defect: The original spine has been reinforced or repaired using transparent brown kraft tape along its entire length, covering the original spine. Paper loss and rubbing are visible on the endpapers and along the left margins. Corners: Dulled and rubbed, with the original cardboard slightly visible in places. Interior: The interior block is clean and in good condition for reading, and the endpapers bear a clear print run number. A period copy, authentic and perfect for a collector seeking a first edition from 1971 at a reasonable price.
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