Corto Maltese
Mondadori · 1972–present · 1 issue
🌐 Italian edition · descriptions in English
About the series
Hugo Pratt's Corto Maltese is a landmark series of graphic novels, launched in 1972 by Mondadori, that follows the globe-trotting adventures of its enigmatic sailor protagonist across the early 20th century. Written and drawn entirely by Pratt, the series is celebrated for its lush, expressive linework and its blend of historical fiction, romance, and philosophical wanderlust. Though its single-issue debut belies its epic scope, Corto Maltese remains a cornerstone of European comics, influencing generations of storytellers with its mature, literary approach to the medium.