Corto Maltese #5
In "The Angel in the Window to the Orient," Corto Maltese returns to a secluded island in the Venetian lagoon, reigniting his quest for the legendary gold of El Doradao—only to encounter a striking blonde spy whose presence feels eerily familiar. Written by Hugo Pratt, Dean Mullaney, and Simone Castaldi, with art and inks by Pratt himself, this issue blends intrigue and atmosphere in a story that deepens Corto’s mysterious journey. The cover, also by Hugo Pratt, captures the enigmatic tone of the tale.
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The story opens on a small island in the Venetian lagoon, where Corto resumes his search for the gold of El Doradao, only to come face-to-face with a beautiful - and familiar - blonde spy.
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