Item Tag: 2022

More than forty years have passed. Our childhood ended longing for authentic Persian translations of Tintin albums. But now, the wait is over…With the revival of Universal Publications, our dreams are finally realized. “Tintin in Tibet” is now published with the unique translation of Khosro Samiee, the original translator of Universal Tintin albums. "Tintin in Tibet" (Tintin au Tibet in French) is the twentieth volume of The Adventures of Tintin collection. Hergé originally penned the story before the Tibetan uprising and China's demolition of Tibetan monasteries. The book also illustrates the significant role of the Himalayas in folklore and the mythology of the region surrounding it. The story revolves around Tintin, his loyal dog Snowy (Milou), long-time friend Captain Haddock, embarking on a treacherous journey across the Himalayan mountains in Tibet in search of Tintin's friend, Chang Chong-Chen. Despite believing Chang to have perished in a plane crash, Tintin remains steadfast in his hope of finding him alive, pushing himself to the limits in his relentless search. Hergé's "Tintin in Tibet" portrays friendship at its purest, devotion at its most profound, and spirituality at its finest. The storyline flaunts a narrow ray of hope that outshines masses of pain, guilt, fear, and desolation. Through Tintin's unwavering determination and the camaraderie of his companions, Hergé delivers a message about the power of perseverance and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.Khosro Samiee, the original translator of the Universal Publications Tintin books, has enriched the Persian translation of "Tintin in Tibet" with his meticulous attention to cultural nuances and linguistic clarity. His translation preserves the essence of Hergé's narrative while making it accessible and engaging for Persian-speaking readers, ensuring that the profound themes of friendship and resilience resonate across cultures.