Destination Moon
Destination Moon
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Sprodj Atomic Research Centre • 1950s
1976
Adult
9-12 years
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
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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 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.
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Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Destination Moon is part of the Adventures of Tintin comic series by Belgian cartoonist Hergé, which has been translated into more than 70 languages and sold over 200 million copies worldwide.
In developing Destination Moon, Hergé worked with experts in various fields, including aerospace engineering, to create a scientifically plausible moon mission, reflecting a deep commitment to accuracy alongside creativity.
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The book, along with its sequel Explorers on the Moon, was one of the few fictional works to predict human space travel to the moon prior to the real-life Apollo 11 moon landing.
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Novel • Fiction
Sprodj Atomic Research Centre • 1950s
1976
Adult
9-12 years
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