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Calvin and Hobbes
Tagline
- The adventures of a boy and his tiger.
Overview
- Calvin and Hobbes follows the imaginative adventures of Calvin, a mischievous six-year-old boy, and his best friend Hobbes, a sardonic stuffed tiger who comes to life when they're alone. The comic strip delves into various aspects of childhood, philosophy, and the absurdities of life.
- Author/Artist:
- Bill Watterson
- Art Style:
- Simple yet expressive line art with detailed backgrounds, often switching between black and white and vibrant colors for the Sunday strips.
- Original Run:
- 18 November 1985 - 31 December 1995
- Syndicate/Publisher:
- Universal Press Syndicate, Andrews McMeel Publishing
- Genres:
- Humor, family life, philosophy, satire
- Status:
- Concluded
Franchise
- Calvin and Hobbes
- Created By:
- Bill Watterson
- Series:
- Calvin and Hobbes (April 1987)
* The first collection of the comic strip from November 18, 1985, to August 17, 1986. - Something Under the Bed Is Drooling (April 1988)
* Contains strips from August 18, 1986, to May 23, 1987. - Yukon Ho! (March 1989)
* Covers strips from May 24, 1987, to February 21, 1988. - The Calvin and Hobbes Lazy Sunday Book (September 1989)
* A collection of all Sunday strips from May 24, 1987, to July 30, 1989. - Weirdos from Another Planet! (March 1990)
* Includes strips from February 22, 1988, to December 4, 1988. - The Revenge of the Baby-Sat (April 1991)
* Contains strips from December 5, 1988, to September 10, 1989. - Scientific Progress Goes "Boink" (October 1991)
* Covers strips from September 11, 1989, to July 15, 1990. - Attack of the Deranged Mutant Killer Monster Snow Goons (April 1992)
* Includes strips from June 11, 1990, to April 10, 1991. - The Days Are Just Packed (October 1993)
* Covers strips from April 11, 1991, to November 1, 1992. - Homicidal Psycho Jungle Cat (October 1994)
* Contains strips from November 2, 1992, to August 29, 1993. - There's Treasure Everywhere (March 1996)
* Includes strips from August 30, 1993, to April 8, 1995. - It's a Magical World (October 1996)
* The final collection, covering strips from March 20, 1995, to December 31, 1995.
- Calvin and Hobbes (April 1987)
Story Elements
- Characters:
- Calvin:
* A highly imaginative and mischievous six-year-old boy who sees the world with boundless curiosity and creativity. - Hobbes:
* Calvin's best friend, a stuffed tiger who comes to life through Calvin's imagination. Hobbes is wise, playful, and often serves as the voice of reason. - Mom:
* Calvin's patient and loving mother who tries to keep him grounded despite his wild imagination. - Dad:
* Calvin's father, known for his dry sense of humor, who enjoys imparting "life lessons" to Calvin, often in a humorous or exaggerated manner. - Susie Derkins:
* Calvin's classmate and frequent target of his pranks. She is smart, responsible, and often challenges Calvin's antics. - Rosalyn:
* Calvin's tough and determined babysitter, who often finds herself in a battle of wits with Calvin. - Uncle Max:
* Calvin's easygoing and fun-loving uncle who shares some of Calvin's playful spirit.
- Calvin:
- Themes:
- Imagination and creativity
- Childhood innocence and mischief
- Family dynamics
- Friendship and loyalty
- Philosophical musings on life, the universe, and everything
- Iconic Quotes:
- _I suppose if we couldn't laugh at things that don't make sense, we couldn't react to a lot of life._- Hobbes
- _I'm not dumb. I just have a command of thoroughly useless information._- Calvin
- _Reality continues to ruin my life._- Calvin
- I think night time is dark so you can imagine your fears with less distraction. - Calvin
- In my opinion, we don't devote nearly enough scientific research to finding a cure for jerks. - Calvin
- Van Gogh would've sold more than one painting if he'd put tigers in them. - Hobbes
- Nobody asks me how things ought to be. I've got tons of ideas! - Calvin
- What on Earth am I doing in here on this beautiful day?! This is the only life I've got! - Calvin
- Isn't it strange that evolution would give us a sense of humor? When you think about it, it's weird that we have a physiological response to absurdity. - Hobbes
- How old do you have to be before you know what's going on? - Calvin
- Given that sooner or later, we're all going to die, isn't it stupid to spend our time running errands? - Calvin
- _It's a magical world, Hobbes, ol' buddy... Let's go exploring!_- Calvin
- Fun Facts:
- Bill Watterson refused to license Calvin and Hobbes for merchandise, believing it would undermine the integrity of the characters.
- Calvin's alter egos include Spaceman Spiff, Stupendous Man, and Tracer Bullet.
- Watterson took a year-long sabbatical from drawing the strip in 1991 to focus on personal projects.
- Calvin and Hobbes has been translated into multiple languages and is enjoyed by readers worldwide.
- Calvin's name is derived from the philosopher John Calvin, while Hobbes' name comes from the philosopher Thomas Hobbes.
- Bill Watterson was inspired to create Calvin and Hobbes after being rejected by several newspapers with his earlier comic strip ideas.
- Calvin's alter ego, Spaceman Spiff, is a space adventurer who often finds himself in perilous situations.
- The final strip was published on 31 December 1995, ending with Calvin and Hobbes going sledding and looking forward to new adventures.
Setting and Inspiration
- Inspired By:
- Watterson drew inspiration from his own childhood, as well as classic comic strips like Peanuts and Pogo.
- Period:
- The series is set in a contemporary suburban setting, reflecting the time period of its original publication (1985-1995).
- Place:
- The physical location is a suburban neighborhood, with many adventures taking place in Calvin's home, school, and the surrounding outdoors.
Reception
- Awards:
- Reuben Award for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year (1986, 1988)
- Humor Comic Strip Award by the National Cartoonists Society (1988, 1989, 1992)
- Achievements:
- The comic strip has been widely acclaimed and remains a beloved part of pop culture, with numerous collections and treasuries published.
- Legacy:
- Calvin and Hobbes is often regarded as one of the greatest comic strips of all time, praised for its humor, emotional depth, and philosophical insights.
- Quotes:
- The finest comic strip I've ever read. - Charles M. Schulz (creator of Peanuts)
Tools:
- I used Affinity Photo to create this wallpaper, resizing it to fit the required dimensions and enhancing the image quality.
Dimensions:
- 2560x1600