Les Maîtres de l'orge

Spanning eight albums from 1992 to 1999, Les Maîtres de l'orge is a sweeping family saga from Glénat, chronicling three generations of the Steenfort family as they build a brewing empire in Belgium. Written by Jean Van Hamme and illustrated by Francis Vallès, the series is a cornerstone of European graphic literature, blending historical drama with intimate character study across the 20th century. Its meticulous research and emotional depth make it a landmark of the bande dessinée tradition.