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The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium Set 1 by Bill Watterson (Paperback)

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  • The first set of books collecting Bill Watterson's Calvin and Hobbes comics in a compact, portable format designed to introduce the timeless adventures of a boy and his stuffed tiger to a new generation of readers.
  • This set is composed of two 144-page paperback books, including nearly 500 comics from the strip's debut in Nov. 1985 through March 1987. It is the first of seven sets total to be released between 2023 and 2026.
  • 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 first appeared in 1985 and could be read in more than 2,400 newspapers when Bill Watterson retired on January 1, 1996.
  • 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.

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  • 4.8 out of 5 stars rating at Amazon based on over 155 customer reviews
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Amazon has The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium Set 1 by Bill Watterson (Paperback) for $10.99. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.
  • Note: This book is eligible for Amazon's Buy 1, Get 1 50% off promotion at the time of this post (subject to change).
Target has The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium Set 1 by Bill Watterson (Paperback) for $10.99. Shipping is free w/ RedCard or on $35+ orders.Thanks to Community Member phoinix for posting this deal.

Book Details:
  • The first set of books collecting Bill Watterson's Calvin and Hobbes comics in a compact, portable format designed to introduce the timeless adventures of a boy and his stuffed tiger to a new generation of readers.
  • This set is composed of two 144-page paperback books, including nearly 500 comics from the strip's debut in Nov. 1985 through March 1987. It is the first of seven sets total to be released between 2023 and 2026.
  • 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 first appeared in 1985 and could be read in more than 2,400 newspapers when Bill Watterson retired on January 1, 1996.
  • 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.

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $1.30 less (10.6% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $12.29 at the time of this posting.
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars rating at Amazon based on over 155 customer reviews
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.
  • Sign-up for Target RedCard to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping, and attain an extended return period.

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pcman2000
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vgyliu
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I grew up reading this series so have to get it. Thank you

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Feb 13, 2024 02:01 AM
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vgyliuFeb 13, 2024 02:01 AM
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I grew up reading this series so have to get it. Thank you
Feb 13, 2024 02:21 AM
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LookieereFeb 13, 2024 02:21 AM
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I'm assuming that all of this content is in the larger box set?
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Feb 13, 2024 02:25 AM
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pcman2000Feb 13, 2024 02:25 AM
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Quote from vgyliu :
I grew up reading this series so have to get it. Thank you
Or just get the complete set and be done with it. https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Calvin-Hobbes-Bill-Watterson/dp/1449433251/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2S9P36WOD... [amazon.com]
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wolve3Feb 13, 2024 02:25 AM
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Quote from Lookieere :
I'm assuming that all of this content is in the larger box set?
Yes I'm pretty sure it is. Otherwise it would be nonsense to call the box set "The Complete Calvin and Hobbes"
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Arctic601Feb 13, 2024 02:25 AM
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Quote from Lookieere :
I'm assuming that all of this content is in the larger box set?
Yep…mostly says so in the description the OP made.
Feb 13, 2024 02:39 AM
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MM6316Feb 13, 2024 02:39 AM
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Huh. I put in the great old movie "Gotcha" about a paintgun-loving college student getting accidentally wrapped up in fighting spies. I expected that the lower priced Item, this book would be cut in half, making it 5.50. But instead it cut a few bucks off of the price of each item, effectively diving the 5.50 discount among both items. Somehow, that just feels odd, in an unimportant way
Feb 13, 2024 02:42 AM
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NavySardine761Feb 13, 2024 02:42 AM
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Hope it is successful but not sure I get the small format. If the goal is to reach the next gen, probably needs an ebook release.

I own two copies of the complete set as well as a copy of all the books.

I'd think the old book format is a reasonable size, anything smaller would be harder to read and see the illustration.

Ild personally like a high rez version for large tablet consumption.
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usforceFeb 13, 2024 02:42 AM
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Quote from pcman2000 :
Or just get the complete set and be done with it. https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Calvin-Hobbes-Bill-Watterson/dp/1449433251/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2S9P36WOD... [amazon.com]
Agree. There will be 7 sets released of this collection.
Feb 13, 2024 04:25 AM
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malicefairy42Feb 13, 2024 04:25 AM
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Quote from vgyliu :
I grew up reading this series so have to get it. Thank you
Have you tried to actually read this set? It's too heavy and awkward to hold. We just took ours to the used book store recently and picked up paperbacks instead.
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BlueShop747Feb 13, 2024 04:26 AM
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Quote from NavySardine761 :
Hope it is successful but not sure I get the small format. If the goal is to reach the next gen, probably needs an ebook release.

I own two copies of the complete set as well as a copy of all the books.

I'd think the old book format is a reasonable size, anything smaller would be harder to read and see the illustration.

Ild personally like a high rez version for large tablet consumption.
Hate to break it to you, but the new gen doesn't even know this even exists. Too old.
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Feb 13, 2024 04:33 AM
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adinarFeb 13, 2024 04:33 AM
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I have the complete set in hardback but trying to keep it in pristine condition so I rarely read it. This smaller set might be nice to carry around and read whenever I'm in the mood.
Feb 13, 2024 04:37 AM
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BrianB7036Feb 13, 2024 04:37 AM
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Thanks!

I was able to get this and pre order set 2 for $24 total at Target
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luvmikeyFeb 13, 2024 05:01 AM
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Quote from pcman2000 :
Or just get the complete set and be done with it. https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Calvin-Hobbes-Bill-Watterson/dp/1449433251/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2S9P36WOD... [amazon.com]
Or just view it all online for free

https://archive.org/details/TheCo...bes_201902
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sixtyfpsFeb 13, 2024 05:07 AM
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I can vouch for what they're doing here. The complete set in hardcover is impossible for my young ones to curl up with; they're manageable on a table or countertop, but that's not how kids Enjoy Things. With this form factor, they can take them anywhere and read them effortlessly, which they do, and they ask once in awhile how many days until the next set is released, and can't help but read it all again.

I tell them they don't have to wait as long as I'd had to wait for the new one to show up in the Scholastic book order. I still have a few of them around, but they appreciate that they're getting everything in order with these new books.

Yes, I have several full scans of the complete run digitally as well, but it doesn't have the same charm for me or for them.

Addressing someone else's concern about their being too small to show all the detail: the Sunday comics are a bit small, but Watterson didn't have detail in his work more intricate than what I can see here.
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Love the sticker with the kid peeing. Have it in my truck!
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