Where's Waldo? the Ultimate Waldo Watcher Collection

Excellent quality for a paperback collection. The collection does not exist in a hardback option, which I believe they should consider making. Everything came neatly packed and secure. Great addition to my Waldo collection.

As a kid they always had these books around in the school and public libraries - but they were very much in demand and often they were quite dirty with pages torn out, if I could even get my hands on them. To buy each of the 7 books in hardcover, as I always saw them in the past would be a significant expense. This boxed set of new-edition 7 paperbacks is a great way for me to get my chance at trying to really find Waldo, his companions, and all their hidden belongings. One small thing I notice is that some of the pages throughout the 7 books are printed less-clearly than most of them. I don't know if this has to do with the original drawings, or if its just a printing inconsistency in this run, but its just kindof weird. Even in the later books, when the images are higher quality than the earlier books and often much more clearly detailed, there some pages here and there that look 'softer' in focus. Still totally useable, not fuzzy enough to obscure the hidden objects, but still noticeable. Another thing is that the paper itself isnt glossy paper from the hardcover printings. Its actually very matte. This might contribute to some of the pages looking less sharp, I don't know. Anyway, I have no complaints for the price I paid. If you like comic/illustrative art, you can waste hours looking at these chaotic images. tip: If you don't want to write in the books, but you still want to complete the checklists, you can just photocopy the checklist pages and put them into the box along with the books. One weird thing I didn't know was that the 7th book, The Incredible Paper Chase...is really an oddball in the series. It has 2 major punch-out/fold-out cardboard inserts in the book. A board game, and a circus scene made of little paper dolls that you much out. Both of them seem totally for kids only. This book only has half the number of 2-page spreads as most of the books (6 instead of 12), with a few 1-page games thrown in. And even the 2-page spreads are much more simplistic than in other books. I don't know if this is all because this final book was intentionally aimed at a younger audience, or because this book came out 22 years after the first one, and the artist/author had tired of it a bit. Either way, It's a bit disappointing that what will probably the ultimate Waldo book, actually seems to be the simplest. Maybe some Waldo experts will say that its actually the most intricate and complex one - but I don't see it.

Ist zwar auf Englisch, aber es ist jedoch für jedes Kind klar was zu tun ist. Die extra Aufgaben kann man ja übersetzen und die Kinder aufklären. Das Set hält durch die Extraaufgaben eine ganze Weile. Auch cool zum verschenken.

llegó en perfectas condiciones, son libros muy entretenidos para pasar el rato en familia así que los recomiendo, me hacían falta 3 y compré esta colección para tenerlos juntos

Oh boy, brace yourselves for a trip down memory lane! The Where's Waldo? The Ultimate Waldo Watcher Collection is the kind of book that takes you on a wild, whimsical ride back to your childhood days - and let me tell you, it's one heck of a trip! From the moment I opened the book, I was instantly transported to a world of seek-and-find fun and Waldo-watching excitement. The vivid illustrations, the bustling scenes, and of course, the infamous Waldo, are all as delightful as I remembered them from my younger days. It's like reconnecting with an old friend you haven't seen in years, and it feels simply heartwarming. Remember those long car trips or rainy afternoons where you'd sit for hours searching for that elusive guy in the red-striped shirt and glasses? Well, guess what? It's back, baby! And it's better than ever! This Ultimate Waldo Watcher Collection boasts not just one, not two, but a whole bunch of mind-bogglingly intricate scenes that will challenge your eagle-eyed skills like never before. Believe me, finding Waldo isn't just a game; it's a full-blown quest! But let me tell you, it's not just nostalgia that makes this book so amazing. The sheer amount of detail in each illustration is mind-blowing. I'm talking about a visual feast of colors, characters, and curious creatures all crammed into a single spread. It's like a Where's Waldo wonderland! And with so much happening on each page, the challenge level is off the charts! Now, here's the only downside (and it's a tiny one): I wish this masterpiece was available in hardback. I mean, with all the hours of joy this book brings, I want it to last a lifetime! Not that I'm complaining; the quality is still top-notch, and the pages are thick and sturdy enough to endure all the frantic page-flipping and Waldo-finding fun. So, to sum it all up, if you're looking for a barrel of laughs, a truckload of nostalgia, and a fiendishly entertaining challenge, the Where's Waldo? The Ultimate Waldo Watcher Collection is a no-brainer. It's perfect for kids, grown-ups (like me!), and anyone in need of a delightful escape from reality. And if you ask me, this book should come with a warning label: "Caution: Highly addictive and impossible to put down!" So, what are you waiting for? Dive into this epic journey, and remember, finding Waldo isn't just about winning; it's about the joy of searching! Happy Waldo-hunting, fellow adventurers!