Scientific Progress Goes Boink: A Calvin and Hobbes Collection (Volume 9)

"Scientific Progress Goes Boink: A Calvin and Hobbes Collection" is the ninth collection of the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, created by Bill Watterson. This book comprises selected comic strips from the original run of the comic strip. Initially published in 1991, the book contains the comic strips of Calvin, a naughty six-year-old boy, and his wise tiger friend, Hobbes.

Scientific Progress Goes Boink is different in tone from the other Calvin and Hobbes books. It is more of a science fiction comic book, as it focuses on Calvin's disastrous science experiments. The title refers to one of Calvin's experiments, where he tries to create a "Transmogrifier" to transform himself into a superhero. He writes the phrase "Scientific Progress goes Boink" on a chalkboard as he tries to work out the details.

As with other Calvin and Hobbes books, Scientific Progress Goes Boink includes plenty of humour, wit, and social commentary. The comic strip portrays Calvin's endless imagination and attempts to defy his parents' and his teacher's expectations. The book also illustrates Calvin's daily adventures, ranging from his crazy inventions to his interactions with his friends and his vivid imagination.

In conclusion, Scientific Progress Goes Boink: A Calvin and Hobbes Collection (Volume 9) is a hilarious, witty, and thought-provoking read that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a must-read for anyone who loves comics or wants to relive the whimsical world of Calvin and Hobbes. Description by ChatGPT.