
The Gashlycrumb Tinies
Edward Gorey
(Author)Description
"B is for Basil assaulted by bears. C is for Clara who wasted away. D is for Desmond thrown out of a sleigh. . . ”
A striking small-format illustrated edition of one of Edward Gorey's "dark masterpieces of surreal morality" (Vanity Fair)—a witty, disquieting journey through the alphabet.
Product Details
Publisher | Harper |
Publish Date | October 15, 1997 |
Pages | 64 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9780151003082 |
Dimensions | 5.0 X 6.0 X 0.5 inches | 5.0 pounds |
About the Author
Edward Gorey (1925-2000) wrote and illustrated such popular books as The Doubtful Guest, The Gashlycrumb Tinies, and The Headless Bust. He was also a very successful set and costume designer, earning a Tony Award for his Broadway production of Edward Gorey's Dracula. Animated sequences of his work have introduced the PBS series Mystery! since 1980.
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