Dec 9, 2013 by speakeasy | Reading
In 1985, Bill Watterson published his first Calvin and Hobbes comic strip. As a child, I can remember grabbing the “funnies” from the Sunday newspaper and going straight for Watterson’s adventures of Calvin and Hobbes.
Calvin is a hilarious and mischievous six-year-old boy with a fantastic imagination. The strip tells the story of Calvin and his stuffed tiger, Hobbes. Throughout the comic, Calvin brings his stuffed tiger to life, while the rest of the characters see Hobbes as simply a stuffed animal. Watterson’s drawings are fun to look at and his words give a sophisticated twist to a young boy.
We have a copy of “The Authoritative Calvin and Hobbes” in our home and we all enjoy reading the stories. My husband and I like Calvin and Hobbes because of the humor and political subtleties. Our sons like reading the stories because they connect with the character – in all of his silliness and messiness.
The Calvin and Hobbes comic strip is a classic. It draws the interest of both young and old alike. Despite the fact that the strip ended in 1995, Calvin still has a presence in many people’s lives through a collection of books. With the digital age upon us, many will be happy to know that their favorite Calvin and Hobbes books are now available in digital form!
What memories do you hold of the adventures of a boy and his tiger?
PS…There is also a documentary that was released on November 15, 2013 titled “Dear Mr. Watterson”. If you’ve already watched it, let me know your thoughts.
Never really had much interest in the Calvin and Hobbes comic strip but in this blog you’ve once again managed to pique my interest, and the next time I pick up the “funnies” I’m gonna give ’em a look.
Your boys are indeed fortunate to have a Mom (and dad) that are providing such a rich and broad-based family life and I’m sure the students that you tutor as well as all those whose lives you touch are also enriched by having you involved in their lives.Keep up the good work and interesting blog.. Thanks!
Hi Ed! I’m glad this blog sparked your curiosity for checking out Calvin and Hobbes again. I think you’ll enjoy the humor and innocence. I appreciate your compliments on parenting and teaching…and as always, thanks for following this blog!