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Quote by Bill Watterson

“For no reason I can think of, I've wandered far astray. And that is how I got to where I find myself today.”

Quote by Bill Watterson

Book:The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

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The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

This collection brings together a selection of the most memorable comic strips from the iconic Calvin and Hobbes series, showcasing the unique humor and wit of Bill Watterson's creation. more

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Bill Watterson (born July 5, 1958) is an American cartoonist and author, best known for creating the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, which ran from 1985 to 1995. Known for his unique humor and profound understanding of childhood imagination, Watterson famously refused to merchandise his characters, maintaining artistic integrity throughout his career. After the strip ended, he chose a reclusive lifestyle, declining all public appearances and interviews. more

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