Les Maîtres du temps

A single, dense graphic novel from 1982, Les Maîtres du temps is a French science-fiction narrative published by Les Humanoïdes Associés. The story was crafted by the celebrated duo of writer Jean-Patrick Manchette and artist Moebius, whose distinctive visual style defines this standalone work. It stands as a notable example of the ambitious, visually-driven storytelling that emerged from the European bande dessinée scene of the era.