Asterix and the laurel wreath

🏛 FOR SALE: First Edition (1974) Asterix and the Laurel Wreath Rare Brockhampton Press Hardcover

Step back into the golden age of comic storytelling with this authentic 1974 first UK edition of Asterix and the Laurel Wreath, published by the renowned Brockhampton Press Ltd under license from Dargaud, Paris.

This vintage hardcover is a true gem for collectors, featuring:

Original laminated boards with vibrant full-colour artwork by Uderzo

First edition print details confirmed by ISBN: 0-340-19107-4

Printed in Great Britain by Morrison & Gibb Ltd, London & Edinburgh

Authenticated inside imprint page and spine label

Bright interior pages, strong spine, and clean endpapers

📚 The story follows Asterix and Obelix on a daring mission into the heart of Rome to recover a laurel wreath for Chief Vitalstatistix filled with satire, wit, and classic artwork that has made the series legendary.

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📈 Condition: Very Good+

Tight spine, lightly worn corners

Crisp, clean interior

No writing, foxing, or damage

Collector-grade preservation for a 50-year-old edition

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💰 Asking Price:

R1,400 (Negotiable)

🌍 Shipping available worldwide

🎁 Perfect gift for comic fans, vintage collectors, or Francophone culture lovers

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🔖 Why This Edition Is Special:

First printings by Brockhampton Press are increasingly rare

Later editions often feature different covers, modern ISBNs, or updated printing houses

This edition reflects the authentic translation and cultural context of early Asterix UK releases a must-have for completists

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Message now to reserve this treasure before it disappears into the mists of time (and comic history)!

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