![]() ![]() ![]() The Germans need coal and friendly bases in order to fight the war in the Pacific. They are hijacking a Dutch cargo ship laden with coal. Russia Pirate/Privateer Rasputin and his crew of cutthroats are on a special mission. He is one of graphic fictions best-kept secret.Ĭorto Maltese: Ballad of the Salt Sea (Spoiler Free Summary) His work doesn’t feature on the usual lists of great graphic novels. A few graphic novels were actually translated into English in the 70s.īut hardly anybody in the US knows about Pratt’s stories. His Corto Maltese series is very popular in Europe. Hugo Pratt is one of Italy’s most famous authors. If you like good old-fashioned, raw and charming adventure then this graphic novel is for you!Īn Italian Gem: Pirates, Rouges and Shipwrecks in the South Pacific High sea hijinks, check! Damsels in distress, check! ‘Not-So-Savage’ natives and games of thrones between colonial powers, check! the region that includes Papua New Guinea in the west up to Fiji in the east. In the wild blue waters of Melanesia -i.e. The Ballad of the Salt Sea begins on the eve of World War One in the Pacific Ocean. ![]() This graphic novel is a definite must read! Brought to you by one of Italy’s greatest modern authors, Hugo Pratt.Ĭorto Maltese follows the swashbuckling, globe-trotting adventures of a charming privateer, mercenary, & smuggler. ![]() Corto Maltese: Ballad of the Salt Sea is a rare gem! A great example of graphic novels at their best. ![]()
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