Corto Maltese is an Italian adventure comic series created by writer and artist Hugo Pratt. Set in the early 20th century, the series follows the adventures of the eponymous Corto Maltese, a sailor and adventurer with a complex and enigmatic personality. With its atmospheric storytelling, evocative artwork, and exploration of themes such as colonialism and political intrigue, Corto Maltese has been hailed as a masterpiece of European comic art and a significant contribution to the medium.
