Valerian

In the early 1980s, Dargaud International Publishing brought Pierre Christin and Jean-Claude Mézières’ celebrated space opera to English-speaking readers with this four-issue series. Featuring the time-traveling agent Valerian and his partner Laureline, the stories showcase the duo’s signature blend of imaginative sci-fi and sharp social commentary. With Mézières’ dynamic, detailed artwork and Christin’s clever scripts—alongside contributions from L. Mitchell—this collection introduced a wider audience to a foundational work of European comics. It remains a key touchstone for fans of sophisticated, globe-trotting adventure in the medium.