Description
Step into the delightfully dark and whimsical world of Edward Gorey's Amphigorey, a masterful collection of fifteen macabre short stories that blend absurdist humor with genuinely unsettling narratives. Each tale—from "The Gashlycrumb Tinies" to "The Doubtful Guest"—is accompanied by Gorey's iconic cross-hatched pen-and-ink illustrations, creating a visual experience as memorable as the prose itself. Oscillating between light-hearted nonsense verse and decidedly morbid storytelling, this gorgeously detailed volume showcases the author's singular ability to find comedy in the grotesque and meaning in the meaningless. Whether you're drawn to the intricate artistry, the darkly comedic narratives, or the delicious sense of unease that permeates every page, Amphigorey remains an essential work for fans of literary eccentricity and visual sophistication. A timeless celebration of the strange, the sorrowful, and the sublimely ridiculous.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin
Published Jan 28, 1980
225 pages
ISBN: 9780399504334
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Details
First Published
1972
Language
en
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Amphigorey by Edward Gorey.