Hugo Décrypte in Russia offers a valuable service by delving into the history of the world’s largest country to better understand current issues. This graphic novel is suitable for readers aged 13 and up. […] Regardless of the medium, video or comics, Hugo Travers pursues the same goal: to tackle current events and make information accessible to a wide audience, particularly young people. This graphic novel allows him to delve deeper into major topics. He explores Russian history from its origins in the 9th century to help readers better understand the current situation and the war in Ukraine.  — Le Figaro

This narrative blends the pleasure of reading with the pleasure of learning, built upon research conducted with historians, allowing readers to distinguish myth from fact, and to better understand current events in which Russia plays a central role. —Ouest-France

Quite possibly one of the greatest works of popular-history graphic nonfiction ever made. —Planète BD, coup de coeur

This graphic novel offers a witty, well-documented reading experience for both teens and adults, recounting the history of Russia as a true adventure. —Télématin, coup de coeur

 

Hugo, accompanied by Eve, a journalist from the team, sets out to meet the main historical figures of Russia, from the founding of Rus’ in the 9th century to the present day. 1,000 years of adventures, combining historical accuracy and accessibility, allow readers aged 13 to 113 to gain insight into Putin’s mindset and understand what is at stake in the war in Ukraine.