Tintin and the Picaros

In this classic Tintin adventure, the young reporter and his loyal dog Snowy, along with Captain Haddock and Professor Calculus, travel to the tumultuous South American nation of San Theodoros. Their mission: to rescue their opera singer friend, Bianca Castafiore, who has been falsely imprisoned by the military government. As they navigate political intrigue and jungle ambushes, they reunite with General Alcazar and his Picaros, a band of revolutionaries fighting to overthrow the corrupt regime. This graphic novel, Hergé's final completed Tintin story, offers a blend of thrilling action, political commentary, and enduring themes of friendship and justice, suitable for elementary-aged readers.