About the Author

Peyo created The Smurfs in his comic strip "Johan and Peewit". Peyo wrote and drew over 8 extremely popular titles in Europe throughout his storied career. In 2008 the country of Belgium celebrated what would have been his 80th birthday by issuing a 5 Euro coin featuring his creation, The Smurfs.

Reviews

"Entertaining and endearing." --SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL "Cartooning's craftsmanship at its height." --THE COMICS JOURNAL "Remarkably timeless." --NEWSARAMA "Any story with the Smurfs will elicit a nostalgic feel, but this will also bring in new fans." --NO FLYING, NO TIGHTS