The Complete Calvin and Hobbes (Calvin & Hobbes) | 
| Author: Bill Watterson
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Category: Book
List Price: $150.00
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Avg. Customer Rating:  314 reviews
Sales Rank: 2294
Format: Box Set
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 1440
Shipping Weight (lbs): 22.2
Dimensions (in): 12.5 x 11.2 x 5.2
ISBN: 0740748475
Dewey Decimal Number: 741.5973
EAN: 9780740748479
ASIN: 0740748475
Publication Date: October 4, 2005
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An Excerpt from Bill Watterson's Introduction:  "I've loved comic strips as long as I can remember. As a kid, I knew I wanted to be either a cartoonist or an astronaut. The latter was never much of a possibility, as I don't even like riding in elevators. I kept my options open until seventh grade, but when I stopped understanding math and science, my choice was made. There is great personal satisfaction in attending to detail and quality, and I remain very proud of the standards the strip met day after day. I also liked the responsibility of knowing that, succeed or fail, it was all my own doing. This approach kept the strip very honest and personal--everything having to do with Calvin and Hobbes expressed my own ideas, my own values, my own way. I wrote every word, drew every line, and painted every color. It's a rare gift to find such fulfilling work and I tried to show my appreciation by giving the strip everything I had to offer." Exclusive Images from the New Collection More Calvin and Hobbes Books 
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Product Description
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. More than 30 million of the 17 Calvin and Hobbes books (all published by Andrews McMeel) have been sold. And now, the entire body of Calvin and Hobbes cartoons published in a truly noteworthy tribute to this singular cartoon. 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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Simply wonderful. July 22, 2008
I had never read much Calvin & Hobbes, but thought it was both clever and cute. My 14 year-old had a little exposure last year and really liked the characters. I purchased this set as a gift when it was a Gold Box Deal just before Christmas; the price was impossible to pass on. Unsolicited, Amazon later reimbursed me for the shipping.
All I can say is that he has read through each of the volumes at least four times, maybe more, and still occasionally laughs out loud. I can't count the number of times I've found him in his room, a half-hour after bed-time, poring over a book and protesting when I tell him lights out. He absolutely loves this series.
I haven't noticed any deterioration of the bindings or covers, and my son hasn't said anything about it. Although I do take care with books and do get irritated when a book starts deteriorating prematurely, in this case I'm not concerned; I'd rather see them in tatters from use than pristine and unread.
I suspect the "perfect" complete edition would put the price out of consideration for most people, especially young people. And that would be a shame.
Treat yourself! July 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Treat yourself, as I did, to this 21 pound! complete Calvin and Hobbes collection. You, as I did, have probably put off purchasing this item time and time again. Well, I say that it is well worth the expense. This collection is for a lifetime of reading, as you follow Calvin and Hobbes on their many adventures.
It still smells new July 14, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I ordered this product 15 October 2005 and was so excited when I found it propped against my apartment door. I have practically all the books so I purchased this pretty much because I could and I wanted it on display. I have looked at some of the complaints and here is my take on them:
The Binding: YUP it is not that great. My set is 100% (display only with the occasional read) but I know someone who received this as a gift Dec 2007 and pages are falling out. Also my set handled shipping quite well. Not a bent corner in sight.
Books Hard to Get Out: Not for me. I tilt the box and take the one I want.
Edited Content: Not too sure about that one.
If you want something to read over and over again get the paperback books. If you want to commemorate the greatness that is C&H shell out the cash. I think it's totally worth it.
TLS - 12 October 1983 :)
By far the Best present I bought a child. July 12, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was about to recycle a Calvin and Hobbes paperback an ex girlfriend gave me years ago. As I thumbed through it, I ended up tossing it on my sons desk. He was 7 or 8 at the time. He read that book cover to cover. The next Christmas I gave him this set. It didn't leave his side for two years. He went to bed with it, we took road trips with it. It was permanently attached to his lap. He practically memorized the strips. I will forever be thankful that I didn't recycle the first book, and subsequently bought this set.
It's Clvin and Hobbes!!! July 10, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Really? How can you go wrong with Calvin and Hobbes. The collection is actually heavier than I expected. But we can't be disappointed with Calvin and Hobbes!! Calvin reminds me so much of my son.
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