Description

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Flying Smurf has never given up on his dreams of being the first Smurf in the sky, and this time he's enlisted the help of Handy Smurf to make that dream a reality! Unfortunately for everyone else, Flying Smurf and his new flying machine prove to be a disastrous combination, especially to Smurfette's garden. When she steals away for a few moments of peace and quiet, Gargamel snatches her away and sends a ransom note to The Smurfs village. With the whole village in despair, it's up to Flying Smurf to set everything right . . . but Gargamel's evil scheme is only just beginning. It looks like this rescue mission will be one Smurf of a bumpy ride!

About the Author

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PIERRE CULLIFORD, born in Belgium in 1928, was the cartoonist known as Peyo. Peyo began his career working with some of Belgium's most talented cartoonists, including his lifelong writing partner Yvan Delporte. In 1958, The Smurfs made their first appearance and went on to become the world-famous characters we know and love today.

Praise For…

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“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