Grandville

In Bryan Talbot’s Grandville series, published by Astiberri Ediciones from 2013 to 2018, a steampunk-infused alternate history unfolds where anthropomorphic animals inhabit a world shaped by a French-British empire. Across five issues, Talbot both writes and illustrates this noir-tinged saga, co-written with Óscar Palmer, following a badger detective navigating murder, intrigue, and political conspiracy in a richly detailed animal society. The series stands out for its meticulous, lush artwork and its inventive blend of Victorian-era aesthetics with classic detective fiction, offering a singular, immersive vision that showcases Talbot’s mastery of world-building.