Featured Illustrated Story
João Cagarro and the Secret of Santa Bárbara
Discover an original illustrated adventure set on the island of São Jorge in the Azores. João Cagarro and the Secret of Santa Bárbara follows João, a slightly clumsy but adventurous shearwater, and his friend Maria as they uncover a mystery involving hidden caves, ancient documents, Flemish settlers, shipwrecks and long-buried secrets.
Set against the dramatic landscapes of São Jorge, the story blends Azorean atmosphere, adventure and historical imagination into a unique cultural book for readers, visitors and island lovers.
This softcover illustrated story is part of the wider creative world of Pieter Adriaans and Azorean Art, connecting visual storytelling with the landscapes, legends and identity of the Azores.