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Weirdos from Another Planet! - (Calvin and Hobbes) by Bill Watterson (Paperback)
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Highlights
- From interplanetary escapes to snowman invasions, Weirdos from Another Planet!
- About the Author: Bill Watterson is the creator of Calvin and Hobbes, one of the most popular and well-regarded cartoon strips of the twentieth century.
- 128 Pages
- Humor, Form
- Series Name: Calvin and Hobbes
Description
About the Book
Wonder, merriment, and orneriness abound in this collection full of Watterson's superior artwork and keen ability to depict the inner hopes, joys, fears, and devilishness of the ever-enterprising Calvin and his sidekick, Hobbes.
Book Synopsis
From interplanetary escapes to snowman invasions, Weirdos from Another Planet! is packed with laugh-out-loud comics and signature Calvin and Hobbes chaos--perfect for fans of wild imagination and childhood fun.
Calvin and Hobbes take imagination to bold new heights in Weirdos from Another Planet!, with comics spanning February to December 1988. Calvin launches the G.R.O.S.S. Club to torment Susie, pilots imaginary spaceships on cosmic adventures, and channels alter-egos like Tracer Bullet to battle the everyday boredom of childhood. Mischief, wit, and invention fuel every page.
Black-and-white dailies and full-color Sunday strips showcase Watterson's expressive art, sharp wordplay, and growing philosophical depth. Outdoor escapades mix with reflections on big ideas, while playful satire pokes fun at school, chores, and family life. Highlighting Calvin's limitless creativity and his enduring bond with Hobbes, this collection captures both the humor and heart that make the strip timeless.
Highlights:
- Launch of the G.R.O.S.S. Club inspired by the barely tolerable neighbor Susie
- Spaceman Spiff's intergalactic adventures
- The noir-inspired escapades of Calvin alter-ego Tracer Bullet
- Wild desert island and mutant snowman scenarios
- Stargazing with Hobbes
- Satirical takes on school, chores, and consumerism
- First long-form story arcs linking multiple strips
- Black-and-white dailies
Review Quotes
"A student of comics, Watterson drew from an eclectic set of influences...The result was a strip that was vibrant, accessible, and beautiful." (Jake Rossen, Mental Floss)
"At some level, all American childhoods are the same, which probably explains our lasting love affair with Calvin and Hobbes." (Timothy R. Smith, The Washington Post)
"Bill Watterson's 'Calvin and Hobbes, ' easily one of the most beloved comic strips of all time..." (Bryan Hood, New York Post)
About the Author
Bill Watterson is the creator of Calvin and Hobbes, one of the most popular and well-regarded cartoon strips of the twentieth century. Calvin and Hobbes appeared in newspapers from November 1985 until Watterson's retirement in 1995.
