CORTO MALTESE FABLE OF VENICE AND OTHER ADVENTURES TP (MR)

In Corto Maltese: Fable of Venice and Other Adventures, artist-writer Hugo Pratt returns his most famous creation to American readers after a long absence. Corto Maltese, a modern Ulysses of the early 20th century, wanders from the Adriatic to the canals of Venice, chasing a mysterious emerald that promises access to hidden knowledge. This volume collects the classic tale 'Fable of Venice' alongside essential Corto adventures—The Secret of Tristan Bantam, So Much for Gentlemen of Fortune, and The Seagull's Fault—showcasing Pratt's signature blend of lyrical storytelling, brisk adventure, and moody black-and-white artistry. In a phantasmagoric mystery thriller, Corto faces Freemasons, occultists, budding fascists, and old friends returned from the dead in a race through time and space. A gateway into Pratt's seafaring universe, this collection is both an introduction for new readers and a treasure for longtime fans.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of classic adventure comics and European graphic novels.
• Readers who love maritime settings, globe-trotting anti-heroes, and philosophical musings on freedom.
• Fans of Hugo Pratt's art style and storytelling, and those curious about Corto Maltese's early 20th-century era.
• Readers seeking a gateway into acclaimed graphic novel classics or looking for stories blending mysticism, conspiracy, and time-bending adventure.