"Ballad of the Salt Sea" is a landmark graphic novel by Italian artist Ugo Pratt, introducing his legendary character, Corto Maltese. Set in the Pacific Ocean during World War I, the story introduces the reader to the charismatic sailor and adventurer Corto Maltese, plunging them into an atmosphere of exotic adventure, danger, and romance. This color edition allows readers to fully appreciate the artist’s mastery and enjoy the visual components of this classic work of comic literature.