Raoul Cauvin Boeken

The 10th volume of a humorous series that doesn't necessarily shy away from the horrors of war. Funny read and history lesson all in one-join Blutch and Chesterfield and...charge!

"The hilarious adventures of a pair of unlikely friends across the bloody fields of the American Civil War. The 16th volume of a humorous series that does not shy from the horror and absurdity of war. A quiet day in the Union Army ... Soldiers are resting, Blutch and Chesterfield are arguing, and the generals are plotting strategy. Things change suddenly with the arrival of a new regiment, sent as reinforcements to counter the imminent arrival of the Confederates. With them is a young dog, Sallie, who's been on every battlefield with her uniformed masters, and who takes an immediate liking to Chesterfield, to the point that she accompanies him on a dangerous scouting mission..."--Publisher

"A new recruit makes the mistake of asking Blutch to tell him about the infamous battle of Bull Run... in public! The hostility of the other Union soldiers is immediate, yet Blutch eventually explains the reason for it. That battle, the first major one of the war, which had seemed to the North like such an inevitable victory that masses of civilians had gone to watch it as spectators, ended in a complete rout. And Blutch and Chesterfield were there."--Provided by publisher

The 11th volume of a humorous series that also shows the horror and absurdity of war

Being a kid can be confusing. The grown-ups - parents and especially grandparents - get up to the craziest antics. School can be counted on to complicate one's life. And then there are the mysteries of love ... Trying to court Chen is a constant struggle for Cedric, who has to contend with shyness, misunderstandings, his own jealousy, poachers ... Still. Confusing or not, it's so much simpler when you're nine! At least, that's something his grandad would say ..

A flashback to the origins of the infernal pair!

Blutch and Chesterfield go up in an observation balloon to spy on the Confederate troops. When our heroes crash-land on their superiors, the generals send them behind enemy lines to try and free Stark, who has been captured on a previous sortie. A tricky mission, not only for our heroes, but also for the other side.

Sent to scout the enemy, Blutch and Chesterfield are chased by a Confederate patrol and forced to cross the Rio Grande to safety. But that safety is relative: stuck between Apache bandits and Mexican outlaws, our two Bluecoats have no choice but to disguise themselves as civilians - Blutch as a peasant, Chesterfield as a monk. But the nearby village is eagerly awaiting its new 'padre', and the villagers aren't fooled by the deception...

The story follows Cedric, an 8-year-old boy with a big heart who navigates the challenges of childhood, including friendships, school life, and his secret crush on Chen. Despite his tendency to grumble, he strives to maintain harmony in his life, supported by his wise and caring Grandpa, who helps him through tough times and emotional struggles. The narrative captures the innocence and complexities of growing up, emphasizing the importance of family and friendship.

Set during the Civil War, the story follows Blutch and Chesterfield as they embark on a daring mission to buy horses for General Alexander's Union army, which is in dire need before facing Robert E. Lee. Teaming up with renowned horse trainer Ben "Bronco Benny" Wilcox, they must navigate Rebel territory, confront hostile Indians, and contend with Benny's obsession with a unique horse named "Traveller." The narrative blends action and historical elements, highlighting the challenges and camaraderie of wartime.