Whether hes trolling the high seas for treasure or blasting off for the moon, young reporter-sleuth Tintin and his faithful dog, Snowy, have delighted readers everywhere for generations with their timeless adventures. Join Tintin and Snowy as they tackle the toughest mysteries around the world in King Ottokars Sceptre. Tintin, Snowy, and Professor Alembick find themselves in the middle of a plot to depose the king when they travel to Syldavia. Can Tintin and Snowy come to the rescue? Recommended for ages 9 and up. Georges R & 233;mi was born in Brussels, Belgium in 1907. He became interested in art at a young age and began drawing. In 1924 he began signing his drawings with the name Herg & 233;, which stood for the French pronunciation of his initials R.G. After serving in the military, Herg & 233; began working at a childrens weekly magazine where Tintin and Snowy first appeared. Eventually these characters became the stars of a series of popular books published throughout the world. Herg & 233; died in 1983.