Book Review: Asterix in Corsica by R. Goscinny et al.

Asterix in Corsica written by Rene Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo

Asterix has another adventure as a Roman centurion brings a prisoner from Corsica to one of the nearby Roman forts. Unfortunately for the centurion, it's the anniversary of a Gaulish victory over the Romans so the locals celebrate by beating up the local Roman garrisons. The fort is emptying out as the centurion approaches. The prisoner winds up freed by Asterix, who then joins him on the return trip to Corsica. The Romans in Corsica have a tradition of taking most of the valuables from the local people each year to send to Rome. The Corsicans have a tradition of liberating the confiscated goods just before they are sent. Asterix and Obelix (his trusty sidekick) join in the fun times the Corsicans have with their annual ritual.

The book is another entertaining bit of adventure with the usual characters, the usual Latin puns and other fun jokes, and some good old friendly fights.

Mildly recommended.