About the Smurfs Archive Hardcover Graphic Novel Volume 1

For the first time ever, The Smurfs adventures are collected in their originally published order in English. From their very first appearance in the 1958 Johan and Peewit story, 'The Smurfs and the Magic Flute,' to their debut 'Little Smurfs' adventures and their 1963, first album-sized story 'The Flying Smurf,' The Smurfs Archives Volume 1 is the perfect collection for every Smurf fan, young and old. Collecting the first twelve Smurf stories along with introductions and historical context by Smurfologist, Matt Murray, this 304-page hardcover collector's edition is a must own book.