Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
98
Language
Italian
Published
Oct 8, 2011
Publisher
Sergio Bonelli Editore
Description
In the bustling streets of Shanghai, Ugo Pastore arrives in 1897, driven by a sense of duty to support his father, Enea. As he navigates the complexities of a city teetering on the brink of change, he finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue centered around the opium trade. With each step deeper into this shadowy world, Ugo discovers the layered history, cultural clashes, and moral dilemmas that define this enigmatic port city.
As secrets unravel and danger lurks around every corner, the tenuous balance of power between rival factions becomes increasingly volatile. Ugo must confront not only external threats but also the challenges posed by his own family's legacy. The stark realities of life in Shanghai urge him to question his loyalties and ultimately define his path amidst the chaos of opium's seductive grip.
As secrets unravel and danger lurks around every corner, the tenuous balance of power between rival factions becomes increasingly volatile. Ugo must confront not only external threats but also the challenges posed by his own family's legacy. The stark realities of life in Shanghai urge him to question his loyalties and ultimately define his path amidst the chaos of opium's seductive grip.