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This volume compiles classic panels from Bill Watterson’s iconic *Calvin & Hobbes* comic strip, offering readers a glimpse into the playful world of a boy named Calvin and his stuffed tiger friend Hobbes. The book showcases Watterson’s signature humor, imaginative scenarios, and the drawn humor that appeals to children, families, and adults alike. Notable strips included are *The Revenge of the Baby-Sat* and *Scientific Progress Goes "Boink"*, exemplifying the strip’s satirical take on everyday life and inventive storytelling.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Bill Watterson
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