1 / 7The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium Set 1
The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium Set 1 collects nearly 500 comics from the strip’s debut through March 1987 in two compact paperback books. Its slipcase format is designed for carrying or shelf storage, while this first set covers only the opening portion of a seven-set series.
At a glance
- Collects nearly 500 Calvin and Hobbes comics from November 1985 through March 1987.
- Two 144-page paperbacks are housed in a protective slipcase.
- Compact format is described as suitable for backpacks and shelf storage.
- Presented as the first of seven portable compendium sets.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Two separate paperbacks make the 288-page collection easier to carry in portions.
- The slipcase offers a unified way to keep both books together on a shelf.
- The date range and comic count make the set’s coverage clear for readers beginning the strip.
Cons
- This is only the first installment in a planned seven-set series, not a complete collection of the strip.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Pages | 288 pages |
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| Comics | nearly 500 comics |
| Coverage | November 1985 through March 1987 |
| Publisher | Andrews McMeel Publishing |
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| Publication date | August 29, 2023 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Dimensions | 6.1 x 0.9 x 9.1 inches |
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| Weight listed | 1.31 pounds |
| ISBN-10 | 1524884979 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-1524884970 |
What to know before buying
- The publisher describes the set as the first of seven sets, so buyers seeking the full run will need additional volumes. The listed age and grade guidance is not a publisher-set reading restriction.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers starting Calvin and Hobbes who want the early newspaper strips in a portable format.
- Fans looking to revisit the strip’s opening period in a boxed paperback set.
- Gift buyers seeking a compact comic collection for a reader who enjoys Calvin and Hobbes.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking the complete Calvin and Hobbes run in one purchase.
- Buyers who prefer a single large-format hardcover volume.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the collection as humorous and entertaining, with readers also appreciating it for revisiting Calvin and Hobbes and giving as a gift. This fits the set’s role as a compact collection of early strips, though feedback does not establish that its portability or slipcase meets every buyer’s expectations. The supplied ratings distribution is strongly positive overall, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.
Positive themes
- Customers characterize the comic collection as humorous and entertaining.
- Feedback mentions its appeal for revisiting the strips and as a gift.
Frequently asked questions
What is included in Set 1?
The set contains two 144-page paperback books in a protective slipcase, with nearly 500 comics spanning the strip’s debut through March 1987.
Is this the complete Calvin and Hobbes collection?
No. The listing describes it as the first of seven sets, so it covers only an early portion of the strip.
Can it be carried in a backpack?
The publisher describes the compact format as small enough for a backpack. The listed dimensions are 6.1 x 0.9 x 9.1 inches.
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