The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium Set 2
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(Author) Bill Watterson Watterson Bill"The second set of books collecting Bill Watterson's timeless Calvin and Hobbes comics in a new portable format designed to introduce the timeless adventures of a boy and his stuffed tiger to a new generation of readers. Featuring nearly 500 comics presented chronologically from March 1987 to July 1988, this is the second set in a planned series of seven. Calvin and Hobbes is one of the most popular comic strips of all time. The imaginative world of a boy and his real-only-to-him tiger first appeared in 1985 and could be read in more than 2,400 newspapers when Bill Watterson retired on January 1, 1996. This compact, portable new format will fit easily into backpacks as well as on the collector's shelf. Featuring archival slipcase and cover art selected by the author, The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium pays tribute to the strip's origin in newspapers while appealing to both new and existing fans of Calvin and Hobbes." --
Bill Watterson
Bill Watterson is a reclusive American cartoonist best known for creating the beloved comic strip "Calvin and Hobbes." Debuting in 1985, the strip followed the misadventures of a young boy named Calvin and his stuffed tiger, Hobbes. Watterson's imaginative storytelling, philosophical themes, and expressive artwork garnered critical acclaim and a devoted fan base. His refusal to merchandise the characters or license the strip for merchandise added to the strip's mystique. "Calvin and Hobbes" remains one of the most influential and beloved comic strips in history, showcasing Watterson's unique blend of humor, wit, and warmth.