Summary
The Beast has been captured and finds himself in the pound, waiting to be transferred to Antwerp Zoo. Little Fran ois hasn’t given up on helping him-but how? He doesn’t yet know it, but he can count on the help of class bully Fut-fut, who is starting to feel remorseful for having harassed his classmate. However, he will have to be wary of Professor Sneutvelmans, an undisputed expert in cryptozoology (a new scientific discipline of his own invention) who is convinced that the strange animal is…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781962413589 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1962413586 |
| Author: | Zidrou, Frank Pe |
| Publisher: | Magnetic Press |
| Imprint: | Magnetic Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 204 |
| Release Date: | 2 June 2026 |
| Weight: | 1.13kg |
| Dimensions: | 21mm x 234mm x 286mm |

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Zidrou
Zidrou is the pen name of Belgian writer Benoît Drousie, born in 1962 in Anderlecht. Originally a schoolteacher, he transitioned into writing in the 1990s and quickly became a prolific figure in European comics.
Known for his versatility, Zidrou has penned everything from humorous children’s series like L’élève Ducobu to emotionally rich graphic novels such as The Adoption. His collaboration with artist Frank Pé on The Beast reimagines the iconic French comic character Marsupilami in a poignant, postwar Belgian setting. The story blends social realism with mythic undertones, showcasing Zidrou’s talent for crafting narratives that are both tender and unflinching.
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