Ric Hochet T9 - Alias Ric Hochet - C - 1 Album - First edition - 1969

Ric Hochet is a classic Franco-Belgian detective comic series created by artist Tibet and writer André-Paul Duchâteau. The series follows Ric Hochet, a journalist with a knack for solving mysteries and crimes, often accompanied by his friend and police inspector. Published initially in the mid-20th century, this genre blends suspense, adventure, and crime-solving narratives with clean ligne claire art style that typifies Belgian comics of that era. The ninth volume, dated 1969, marks a point in the series when it was well-established among European comic enthusiasts. Collectors prize first editions like this for their historical significance and nostalgia value, reflecting the golden age of Franco-Belgian bandes dessinées.