Jean van Hamme Book order
Jean Van Hamme is a Belgian author celebrated for his exceptional skill in crafting compelling narratives for the comic book medium. His stories are characterized by intricate plots, richly developed characters, and a masterful blend of adventure and suspense that keeps readers engaged. Van Hamme possesses a unique talent for building immersive worlds and exploring universal human themes within exciting, fast-paced adventures. His distinctive approach has solidified his reputation as a significant voice in sequential storytelling.
- 2022
- 2022
1848. In Ottoman-occupied Montenegro, young doctor Vanko Winczlav is one of the leaders of a popular uprising. Betrayed, wanted by the authorities, he flees the Balkans for the United States in the company of a Bulgarian refugee, Veska, whom he marries to allow her to enter New York legally. So begins the history of a family closely entwined with that of a still new country going through many transformations
- 2021
When the notion of welfare state gets out of control, where will bureaucratic absurdity stop in its quest for universal happiness? This series of vignettes depicts slices of life from different people - different destinies that will all come together for the terrible conclusion.
- 2021
"Several months after the end of the Third World War - won thanks to the Swordfishes, the formidable jet bombers designed by Professor Mortimer - England is dismantling its base in the Makran, from which the final counter-attack was launched, and where the surviving airplanes are still kept. But in the shadows, devious schemes are being hatched, and while Mortimer is busy preparing his Swordfishes for repatriation, Blake is in Ireland, where rumour has it the IRA has some sinister plans - and even worse allies..."--Provided by publisher
- 2020
Authorised Happiness Vol. 2
- 56 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Three more short stories to illustrate the dangers of a welfare state running amok.
- 2019
Authorised Happiness Vol. 1
- 56 pages
- 2 hours of reading
When the notion of welfare state gets out of control, where will bureaucratic absurdity stop in its quest for universal happiness? Ages 12+
- 2019
Story Without A Hero
- 56 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A comic book without a hero. No inevitable, strong, handsome, righteous main character - just ordinary people. That's Dany and Van Hamme's self-imposed challenge in this story of a band of survivors marooned in the jungle...
- 2019
Kivu
- 72 pages
- 3 hours of reading
A powerful and thrilling adventure in the heart of a potential paradise turned into hell by human greed and barbarity.
- 2015
Crossing Paths
- 48 pages
- 2 hours of reading
The 15th adventure of the reluctant tycoon! Largo Winch is a rare breed of man: a multi-billionaire who distrusts money. Being rich does have advantages, but it also brings headaches, troubles, conspiracies, murder attempts and other despicable behaviour in competitors and underlings. Largo has to stay on top of it all...
- 2013
The narrative intertwines modern business dealings with ancient Chinese philosophies, as Largo Winch is drawn back to Hong Kong to finalize a crucial contract. His past complicates matters; years ago, he faced Chinese justice in Tibet and was aided by a triad linked to an arms smuggler. This favor looms large, hinting at a future reckoning as the triad may demand repayment. The story explores themes of past consequences, cultural intersections, and the high-stakes world of international business.