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The Gashlycrumb Tinies by Edward Gorey Hardcover

The Gashlycrumb Tinies by Edward Gorey Hardcover

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Edition: Unknown Edition. 27th Printing.

Publisher: Harcourt Inc

Publication Year: 1997

ISBN: 9780151003082

Genre: Children and Humor & comedy

Audience: Adults

Condition: Like New

Synopsis: The Gashlycrumb Tinies is a 1963 abecedarian book by Edward Gorey that presents the untimely deaths of 26 children, one for each letter of the alphabet. The book is known for its dark humor, macabre subject matter, and Gorey's signature black-and-white cross-hatched illustrations. It is a classic example of a "cautionary tale" and has been influential, inspiring author Sue Grafton's alphabet-themed crime novels. 

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About the Author, Edward Gorey

Edward Gorey (February 22, 1925 – April 15, 2000) was an American writer, Tony Award-winning costume designer,[2] and artist, noted for his own illustrated books as well as cover art and illustration for books by other writers.[3] His characteristic pen-and-ink drawings often depict vaguely unsettling narrative scenes in Victorian and Edwardian settings. Article source: Wikipedia. Image Source: https://picryl.com/media/edward-gorey-9b07ce