Is the character Caius Preposterus based on a real person?

The character design for the Roman economist Caius Preposterus is a caricature of the French politician Jacques Chirac, who served as Prime Minister during the mid-1970s.

Does this book fit into the broader series continuity?

This is the twenty-third volume in the series and holds the distinction of being the final album fully written by René Goscinny before his death in 1977.

Obélix et Compagnie by Albert Uderzo et al.

Obélix et Compagnie

Comics Graphic Novels

Pages: 52
Published: 1979
Language: English

Synopsis

In an attempt to corrupt the indomitable Gauls, a young Roman economist tries to introduce capitalism to the village by buying up Obelix's menhirs. Soon, the simple life of the villagers is turned upside down as they trade hunting boars for the pursuit of profit. This classic satire explores how greed and competition can be more disruptive than any Roman legion.

Obélix et Compagnie

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Genres, subjects and placesComics, Graphic Novels, Historical Fiction +20

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CharactersMatusalemix, Idefix, Abraracourcix +1

AuthorsAlbert Uderzo, René Goscinny

Frequently asked questionsIs the character Caius Preposterus based on a real person? +1

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