Corto Maltese - Una ballata del mare salato

Hugo Pratt’s Corto Maltese - Una ballata del mare salato is the graphic novel that launched the iconic wanderer’s saga, first published in 1976 by Albatros Produzioni Editoriali. Written and illustrated entirely by Pratt, this single-issue masterpiece follows Corto on a South Seas adventure that blends historical intrigue, exotic landscapes, and philosophical depth. It remains the cornerstone of the series, establishing Pratt’s lyrical style and the character’s enduring appeal in European comics.