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A striking close-up of a weathered, brooding face dominates this 1982 Les Humanoïdes Associés release, the figure rendered in warm terracotta tones against a hazy industrial backdrop that hints at vast, moving machinery. Claude Renard and François Schuiten bring "William Davis" to life with Schuiten handling every visual layer — pencils, inks, and colors — resulting in a cover of remarkable tonal unity and quiet intensity. Fans of European bande dessinée with an eye for atmospheric, character-driven work will find this a compelling addition to their shelves.