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The Complete Calvin and Hobbes: v. 1, 2, 3 (Calvin & Hobbes) [Box set] [Hardcover]

Bill Watterson
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17 Oct 2005 Calvin & Hobbes
Calvin and Hobbes is unquestionably one of the most popular comic strips of all time. The imaginative world of a boy and his real-only-to-him tiger was first syndicated in 1985 and appeared in more than 2,400 newspapers when Bill Watterson retired on January 1, 1996. Composed of three hardcover, four-color volumes in a sturdy slipcase, this edition includes all Calvin and Hobbes cartoons that ever appeared in syndication. This is the treasure that all Calvin and Hobbes fans seek.

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  • Hardcover: 1456 pages
  • Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (17 Oct 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0740748475
  • ISBN-13: 978-0740748479
  • Product Dimensions: 26.7 x 28.6 x 30.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (103 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 20,264 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Explore! 29 Dec 2005
By Kurt Messick HALL OF FAME TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:Hardcover
I am writing this on my birthday, having received this as a gift just yesterday. I can't think of a better gift for one's birthday! I have been a fan of Calvin and Hobbes for a very long time - indeed, I have given a lecture that drew upon images and actions of Calvin and Hobbes along with commentary based on their theological/philosophical counterparts. If you think about it, there is a good deal of Calvinist thinking in Calvin, and a good deal of Hobbesian philosophy in Hobbes. But that is, blessedly for most, not the main idea of the books here.

This beautifully produced three-volume set is the complete collection of Calvin and Hobbes cartoon strips from the newspapers over the decade that Bill Watterson produced them. I have several paperback editions of these strips, but it invariably happens that a strip I remember is not among the ones I have. For example, for the longest time I searched for the one in which Calvin expresses his difficulty with mathematics, and Hobbes explains that this is nothing - wait until he reaches imaginary numbers (like eleventeen, thirty-twelve, and other such, which tigers of course have a natural instinct for). It might take some thumbing through to find things, but then, who would mind going through this glorious collection?

All of the characters are here - Calvin and Hobbes, and all the long-suffering around them: the teacher Miss Wormwood, Susie, Rosalyn the babysitter, and Calvin's parents (who are not mentioned by name in the strip). There are also the bit players (imaginary or not imaginary) characters such as aliens, the doctor, the principal, Moe, dinosaurs, and more. We re-learn the rules to Calvinball, and re-enter the club G.R.O.S.S. (which is an acronym that stands for Get Rid Of Slimy girlS).

There are three books, each about 500 pages each. It includes a good introduction with autobiographical information about Bill Watterson, who is known to be a reclusive figure, shying away from the limelight and avoiding marketing opportunities that might have made much more money (those images of Calvin on the various trucks and cars, seen in rather mischievous situations, are actually not authorized by Watterson). Watterson recounts part of his struggle to contain the world of Calvin and Hobbes into such a short space. He also discusses the difficulty and irony of dealing with characters that are very much a part of the culture they are at the same time critiquing. The strips are a bit smaller than might wish, but in order to keep all things in one collection (without going to another large volume, and adding to the already 20+ pounds of this one) I think the decision was a good one to go with the size here.

This makes a fabulous gift, for oneself and for friends. Calvin and Hobbes live forever in the world of imagination. Go explore.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Ownership 23 Sep 2005
Format:Hardcover
I've just received The Complete Calvin and Hobbes and I was thinking it would be a little similar in size and shape to the Complete Peanuts Volumes that are currently being published - but this is a completely different animal!! Each Volume is much larger and consequently heavier, the quality of the printing is far superior ( similar to the photographed strips in the 10th Anniversary book), the strips are chronological (with their original dates of publication) and with an up to date introduction from Bill Watterson, and thus his quality control seal of approval, this is essntial to any Calvin and Hobbes Fan even if you own all previously published books. Definitive!
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5.0 out of 5 stars You need this in your life. 15 Aug 2006
Format:Hardcover
I am a lifelong Calvin and Hobbes fan and I just got this for my birthday... even as I was opening it I was telling my 2 year old son about my new "loot" as Calvin always refers to presents (and if I can do anything about it then my son will also always refer to presents as loot - it's a natural attitude for anyone!"

Then I saw what was in the box - and I literally cried. Calvin and Hobbes has probably given me more pleasure, laughter and happiness than anything else in print. It has moved me to tears and to laughter and lives with me every day.

If anyone is a fan then this is the ideal gift; if they are not then buy it for them anyway and they will be a fan after about 10 pages.

Mr Watterson - thank you; if equal payment were required for the amount of joy you've brought into my life then I would be in debt to you for the rest of my life.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Calvin and Hobbes' essential
Complete works, what more can I say ! And a nice packaging in paperback for a such reasonable price. It keeps the smile on your face at each page. Read more
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Published 26 days ago by Markymark
5.0 out of 5 stars A bargain!
This was the same price as the paperback version, so I'm pretty made up about it. Haven't read it yet mind, but if you love C and H you'll love this.
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This review is biased, because I'm a fan of Calvin and Hobbes. But I really love it, so much so that I am reading it very slowly in order to avoid reaching the end too soon. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Luis Rafael Martin Vazquez
4.0 out of 5 stars Heavy item but awesome content!
Its weight makes it a bit uncomfortable to hold but, anyway, it's the complete collection of Calvin & Hobbes so it is awesome!
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I love Calvin, he makes me laugh and almost cry sometimes.
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Published 1 month ago by Lakluk
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The quality is very good with black and white daily strips and coloured Sunday panels and specials. The print quality is excellent and each strip is large and glorious with all the... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Terje Thornqvist
4.0 out of 5 stars Fast and in good condition
I'm giving 4 stars not because something was wrong but because something might have gone wrong.what i mean with this is that, the delivery was fast and the product was as described... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ricardo
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watterson's humour is absolutely great, Calvin and Hobbes is an absolute classic in any case - this complete edition is really beautiful, nice paper and all, although if you can... Read more
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I, as a Norwegian, have also read this comsics in very good translations, but the original language is always best..
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