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It's a Magical World: A Calvin and Hobbes Collection Volume 12

Contributors:

Bill Watterson (Author)

Contributors: Bill Watterson (Author)

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BISAC categories: Humor -> Form -> Comic Strips & Cartoons

BISAC categories: Comics & Graphic Novels -> Action & Adventure

BISAC categories: Comics & Graphic Novels -> Anthologies

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Bid farewell to Calvin and Hobbes in their final collection, where imagination, laughter, and heartfelt reflection combine in unforgettable childhood adventures. There's never been a better, more memorable duo than six-year-old Calvin and Hobbes, his stuffed but real tiger.

In It's a Magical World, the saga of Calvin and Hobbes comes to a close with the final strips from March 20 to December 31, 1995. Snowmen turn into imaginative masterpieces, Calvinball erupts into glorious chaos, and father-son camping trips spark both comedy and reflection. Spaceman Spiff blasts off one last time, while Watterson's signature balance of humor, insight, and sentiment delivers a farewell that is both joyful and bittersweet.

Black-and-white dailies and full-color Sundays showcase Calvin's limitless imagination, Hobbes' sardonic wisdom, and the everyday hilarity of school, home, and play. Environmental satire, social commentary, and moments of quiet introspection highlight Watterson's artistry, reminding readers of the fleeting wonder of childhood. This final treasury distills everything that makes the strip unforgettable--mischief, philosophy, and boundless creativity--making it a fitting and essential conclusion for fans of all ages.

Highlights:
  • Final strips of Calvin and Hobbes, capturing the series' conclusion
  • Peak creativity in snowmen, snowball fights, and imaginative play
  • Chaotic Calvinball games with ever-changing rules
  • Father-son camping adventures and philosophical musings
  • Environmental and social satire at its sharpest
  • Spaceman Spiff adventures and playful daydreams at their peak
  • Bittersweet yet joyful farewell to the duo
  • Iconic last strip: Calvin and Hobbes exploring fresh snow together
  • Both color and black and white strips
ISBN-10: 0836221362
ISBN-13: 9780836221367
Author: Watterson, Bill, N/A, N/A
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780836221367

ISBN-10: 0836221362

Publish Date: September 1, 1996

On Sale Date: January 1, 0001

Language: English

Pages: 176

Dimensions: 9.06 × 11.98 × 0.47 in

Weight: 1.35 lbs

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