New here! Importing two CD sets? iTunes thinks they are separate albums.

Hi! I'm new here, and I can't find this topic. Sorry if it's already been asked:
I have many CD sets with two or more discs. Itunes thinks that each disk is a different album, and iTunes not only puts them in different folders, but often with different album covers.
So, how do I merge these CDs into one "album" with the right cover art and all the songs of the albums.
Thank you!
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