His Name Was Ptirou #1

His Name Was Ptirou — Europe Comics

Issue: #1

The best part of Christmas is getting to hear one of Uncle Paul’s stories. This year, Uncle Paul treats the kids—and us—to the story of the real-life boy who inspired the beloved Spirou.It’s 1929. Ptirou is a circus acrobat who, while the world’s economy is crashing, sees his own world fall apart. Orphaned, and possessing only his skill, a bottle of perfume, and an inherited dream, Ptirou sets out...

First appearances: Ptirou

Creators: Yves Sente, Laurent Verron

Characters: Ptirou, Oncle Paul