{"title":"Series: Calvin and Hobbes Treasuries","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalvin and Hobbes Treasuries\u003c\/em\u003e bring together the whimsical adventures and imaginative world of a boy and his tiger companion. These collections capture the humour, warmth, and clever social commentary that have made the series beloved by readers across all ages. Expect sharp wit blended with playful illustrations that explore the innocence and creativity of childhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of \u003cstrong\u003eGraphic Novels\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eChildren's Books\u003c\/strong\u003e, these treasuries offer a timeless escape into a richly drawn universe. Whether rediscovering familiar tales or enjoying them for the first time, readers will find joy in the unique blend of humour and heart that defines this iconic series.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-essential-calvin-and-hobbes-by-bill-watterson-9780836218053","title":"The Essential Calvin and Hobbes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJump into the earliest adventures of an extraordinary duo—mischievous Calvin and his sardonic tiger Hobbes. It’s tuna fish traps, time travel, snowman armies, and schoolyard woes—blending sharp wit, wild imagination, and heartfelt moments in every strip.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Essential Calvin and Hobbes\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect introduction to one of the most beloved comic strips of all time. This treasury brings together the first two \u003ci\u003eCalvin and Hobbes\u003c\/i\u003e collections—\u003ci\u003eCalvin and Hobbes\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSomething Under the Bed Is Drooling\u003c\/i\u003e—covering November 18, 1985, to May 23, 1987. The treasury begins with a foreword by Charles M. Schulz, along with a bonus 16-page full-colour story exclusive and the illustrated poem, \"A Nauseous Nocturne.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA mix of classic black-and-white daily strips and vividly coloured Sunday comics showcases Bill Watterson’s incredible artistic range and sharp, timeless humour. With over 250 pages, this collection captures the essence of childhood imagination, rebellion, and curiosity through the unforgettable duo of Calvin, a wildly inventive six-year-old, and Hobbes, his loyal (and sometimes ferocious) stuffed tiger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes first two collections: \u003ci\u003eCalvin and Hobbes\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSomething Under the Bed Is Drooling\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonus 16-page full-colour story and illustrated poem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForeword by Charles M. Schulz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix of black-and-white dailies and full-colour Sunday strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers strips from Nov 1985 to May 1987\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brilliance of \u003ci\u003eCalvin and Hobbes\u003c\/i\u003e lies not only in its comedy but also in its depth. Watterson uses everyday moments—battles over bath time, awkward school photos, epic snowball fights—to explore bigger ideas about friendship, family, creativity, and the wonderful weirdness of growing up. Whether Calvin is zipping through time in a cardboard box-turned-time machine, creating mutant snowmen in the yard, or musing about life’s meaning under the stars, the strip strikes a rare balance between laugh-out-loud funny and unexpectedly profound. Hobbes, with his dry wit and tiger-like instincts, is the perfect foil for Calvin’s chaos, grounding their friendship in warmth and wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this must-have for longtime fans and new readers of all ages! \u003ci\u003eThe Essential Calvin and Hobbes\u003c\/i\u003e is not just a comic collection—it’s a celebration of imagination, wit, and the endurance of a boy and his tiger navigating the world, trying to make sense of it, one outrageous adventure at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244561740012,"sku":"9780836218053","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780836218053-the-essential-calvin-and-hobbes-1.jpg?v=1788001691"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-calvin-and-hobbes-treasuries.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}