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Destination Moon

Hergé
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Destination Moon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1976

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Hergé

Destination Moon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1976
Book Details
Pages

62

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sprodj Atomic Research Centre • 1950s

Publication Year

1976

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In Hergé's Destination Moon, person-first characters like Tintin, Captain Haddock, and Professor Calculus prepare for a groundbreaking lunar expedition. The story details their challenges and scientific efforts in building a rocket for space exploration. Their teamwork and problem-solving play crucial roles throughout the plot.

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Exciting

Informative

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.5

17,109 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hergé’s Destination Moon captivates with its meticulous scientific detail and captivating artwork, marking a pinnacle in the Tintin series. The narrative’s precision and foresight in depicting space travel are universally praised. However, some may find the pacing slower compared to other Tintin adventures. Overall, it remains a celebrated classic for both its artistry and visionary storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Destination Moon?

A reader who enjoys Destination Moon by Hergé is likely fascinated by adventure, science fiction, and classic comics. Fans of Jules Verne’s From the Earth to the Moon and readers who appreciate visionary tales with a blend of humor, action, and imaginative science, akin to those found in The Adventures of Tintin series, will enjoy this book.

4.5

17,109 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

62

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sprodj Atomic Research Centre • 1950s

Publication Year

1976

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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