Calvin and Hobbes
Product ID: 1273902
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Meet Calvin—a chaos-loving six-year-old—and Hobbes, his witty tiger friend. This first collection launches the iconic strip and friendship with snowball fights, time travel, philosophical musings, and original humor that captures the magic of childhood. This is only the beginning! The very first volume of Calvin and Hobbes introduces the world to the most unforgettable duo in comics: Calvin, a wildly imaginative six-year-old, and Hobbes, his sharp-witted tiger companion who springs to life when no one else is watching. Together they mix everyday childhood events with adventure, rebellion, satire, and laughter—whether they’re building mutant snowmen, outsmarting babysitters, or pondering life’s biggest questions under the stars. Originally published in newspapers between November 1985 and August 1986, these early strips showcase the humor, heart, and razor-sharp wit that would make Calvin and Hobbes a global phenomenon. This debut volume also features exclusive original content with a foreword by Pulitzer Prize–winning cartoonist Garry Trudeau. Highlights from this collection include: The cardboard box as spaceship, time machine, and invention lab Calvin’s epic dinosaur daydreams interrupting schoolwork Monsters lurking under the bed (with Hobbes playing along) Snowball fights, sledding crashes, and bizarre snow sculptures Calvin’s ongoing battles with homework, babysitters, and classmate and neighbor Susie Derkins. Philosophical banter on everything from free will to the environment. With expressive artwork and storytelling that balances chaos with insight, Bill Watterson transformed the antics of one mischievous boy and his tiger into something timeless. Both laugh-out-loud funny and quietly profound, this debut collection captures the spark that made Calvin and Hobbes a fan favorite from the very beginning. A delight for both longtime devotees and brand-new readers, this is the introduction to one of the most beloved and imaginative worlds ever created.
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.4 x 8.8 inches |
| Edition | First ed; Ninth Printing |
| Isbn 10 | 0836220889 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-0836220889 |
| Item Weight | 10.4 ounces |
| Language | English |
| Part Of Calvin And Hobbes | Calvin and Hobbes |
| Print Length | 128 pages |
| Publication Date | January 6, 1987 |
| Publisher | Andrews McMeel Publishing |
| Reading Age | 8+ years, from customers |
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Great gift.
Gave it as a gift and he loved it!!! It was a big hit.
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Great read
This is such a cute book, and would make a great present for any kids 12 and above as well as adults. I got this book for my daughter, and read the whole thing as soo'n as I got it out of the package. Very cute and funny, but all information on book is good positive words and not any bad or ugly information we normally see in most books or movies in this day in age. Is you like comic reads this is one for you. After writing this review I will probably read it again.
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Always makes me feel good!
I love "Calvin and Hobbs" and I'm a 79/year old grandma. Always makes me feel good!
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Makes both adults and kids laugh
I used to read the Calvin & Hobbes books when I was a kid and remember them fondly. I have now bought all of the books for my own kids. We enjoy reading them together every night (I laugh out loud frequently at these strips, so it's something I look forward to as well). My older son is an avid reader, and has already re-read the books we've finished multiple times. He doesn't seem to get tired of them.The biggest difference I've seen is in my younger son. When I tried reading other books with them at bed time, he'd always wander off or start playing with something else. With Calvin & Hobbes, not only does he stay put (miracle!), but he asks questions about what all the big words mean, and he shocked me the other day when I came across him reading one of these books. Voluntarily. On purpose. With access to plenty of other things to play with.So yeah, definitely worth buying!
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Calvin & Hobbs wins again!
This is a delightful book and children and parents love it!!!
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old school entertainment
This is funny stuff. It captures the thinking and wonders of a boy.
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Calvin and Hobbes, we love you!
Bought this for my 7 year old who loves comics, and its been a hit! It was nostalgic for me, and so fun to have him excited to read it each morning. He has read it in it's entirety 4 days in a row now. He was a little disappointed that it was not in color, but got over it quickly! I think this is a great one for those kids who feel like reading chapter books can be daunting. Starting with comics is the way all of my kids have caught the reading bug. Old school comics are the way to go!
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10/10 always recommend
Talk about bringing back my childhood.I was in love then - still in love now.10/10 would recommend- that way the next generation knows as well.To be persevered not forgotten <3
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Nostalgic
originally got this when i was 9 years old. One of the best comic collections to come from the weekend newspaper.Its nice to put it back on my bookshelf.
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The most beautiful book ever!
It is all about imagination, you need to come in to this book !
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Cumplió las expectativas
Buenos libros, buen servicio.
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very good
very funny book
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Like it
Look forward to buying the next book.
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