  Better Late Than Never: The Smurfs Vol 2: The Smurfs and the
Magic Flute  The Smurfs take a back seat in their very first
adventure.  Comic Review Cover  Credits & Solicit Info:  THE
SMURFS graphic novel #2 "The Smurfs and the Magic Flute" By Peyo
and Delporte Presenting the story that started it all! This
graphic novel features the first comics story in which the
Smurfs ever appeared! In Medieval times, Johan, a royal page,
and his friend Peewit, come upon a magic flute that makes those
who listen to it too long dance until they collapse from
exhaustion. When a thief steals the magic flute, Johan and
Peewit must seek out the makers of the flute, the Smurfs, to
make another magic flute to combat the thief in this wildly
funny tale. 61/2x 9, 64 pages, full-color. $5.99 PB, $10.99 HC
As a child of the 80s, I grew up with the Smurfs Cartoon. I
remember being enthralled by the adventures of Papa Smurf,
Smurfette and the rest of the Smurfs. I had figurines and
stuffed toys. Who would have imagined that almost