Hugo Pratt as you've never seen him before: a special edition not to be missed.

There are comics that can be read.
And then there are comics that are lived .

This special edition dedicated to Maestro Hugo Pratt was created with this very goal: to offer the reader an unprecedented reading experience, showcasing every detail of his unmistakable style. This exclusive large format does justice to the adventures of Corto Maltese and the most unforgettable stories of one of the most important authors in the history of comics.

(Hugo Pratt, Venetian by birth and citizen of the world, was one of the few authors capable of blending literature, history, adventure, and poetry in a completely new language.)

Corto Maltese: more than a character, a myth

Corto Maltese is no ordinary sailor: he is a free, ironic, and melancholic traveler. A hero who rejects flags but traverses history, encountering revolutions, legends, and real figures.

From the waters of "A Ballad of the Salty Sea" to the esoteric atmospheres of "Corte sconta detta Arcana," each story is an invitation to a journey, not only geographical but also interior. Pratt never explains everything: he suggests, leaves blanks, asks the reader to complete the work with their own imagination.

An edition designed for lovers of detail

The large format of this collection isn't just an aesthetic choice: it's a tribute to Pratt's signature style. The essential lines, silences, glances, and narrative pauses emerge with a new force, allowing us to capture nuances often invisible in traditional editions.

Each volume thus becomes a collector's item, perfect both for those discovering Corto Maltese for the first time and for those who have always loved him.

Why it is an unmissable work

This collection isn't just comics: it's illustrated literature , it's history filtered through myth, it's adventure that becomes philosophy. Hugo Pratt influenced generations of authors and readers, and Corto Maltese remains one of the most fascinating characters ever created.

If you love great stories, timeless journeys, and works that leave a lasting impression, this is a collection that cannot be missing from your library.