L'Épervier

Patrice Pellerin’s L’Épervier is a masterful French nautical adventure series, published by Dupuis from 1994 to 2005 across six albums. Set in the 18th century, it follows the exploits of a resourceful privateer, with Pellerin serving as both writer and artist, crafting lush, historically detailed seafaring tales. The series stands as a standout example of the bande dessinée tradition, celebrated for its meticulous research, dynamic compositions, and evocative sense of maritime atmosphere.