The Red Sea Sharks

In The Red Sea Sharks, the nineteenth volume of Hergé's The Adventures of Tintin, the intrepid young reporter and his faithful dog Snowy are drawn into a complex web of international intrigue involving a mysterious plane crash, a slave-trading ring, and the reappearance of an old friend. Published by Methuen in 1960 as a single album, this story is a key chapter in the series' post-war era, showcasing Hergé's meticulous research and sharpening his themes of global justice. It matters as a mature, globe-trotting adventure that deepens the series' world, bridging Tintin's earlier escapades with the more politically engaged stories to come.