Jules Verne et l'astrolabe d'Uranie #1

A bearded man reclines in quiet contemplation — maps, books, a compass, and a lantern spread before him — while a storm-battered sailing ship battles towering waves in the background, setting the mood for this French-language adventure from Ankama. Published in 2016, this first volume pairs writer Esther Gil with artist Carlos Puerta, whose richly painted cover evokes the golden age of exploration and scientific wonder. It's a handsome opening chapter that promises seafaring mystery and the restless spirit of discovery.