Nantes #2

From the storied quays of a bustling harbor to the soaring towers of a Gothic cathedral, this 2018 volume from Éditions Petit à Petit sweeps across the rich history of Nantes through striking painted imagery. The cover brings together a composed, nobly dressed young woman — evoking Anne de Bretagne — alongside a cloaked, broad-hatted figure reminiscent of d'Artagnan, with tall-masted sailing ships and a lively waterfront scene unfolding behind them. It's a beautifully layered visual promise that spans centuries of the city's story, making this an appealing read for fans of French history and bande dessinée alike.