Mattéo

In the ongoing French historical drama Mattéo (2020–present, Ala dos Livros), readers follow the titular character through the tumultuous first half of the 20th century, beginning with the Spanish Civil War. Created by French writer and artist Jean-Pierre Gibrat, the series is a poignant, meticulously researched exploration of love, loss, and political upheaval, spanning across Europe’s most harrowing conflicts. Its lush, painterly art and intimate character focus have made it a standout work in modern European historical comics.