About the book
An illustrated collection of 15 macabre short stories.
In this gorgeously detailed volume, American artist and author Edward Gorey accents amphigory (nonsense verse or composition) with his signature cross-hatched pen-and-ink drawings. A mix of poetry and prose, light-hearted and decidedly more morbid storytelling, the book is sure to satisfy both fans of art and lovers of short stories alike.
Stories included:
\"The Unstrung Harp\"
\"The Listing Attic\"
\"The Doubtful Guest\"
\"The Object Lesson\"
\"The Bug Book\"
\"The Fatal Lozenge\"
\"The Hapless Child\"
\"The Curious Sofa\"
\"The Willowdale Handcar\"
\"The Gashlycrumb Tinies\"
\"The Insect God\"
\"The West Wing\"
\"The Wuggly Ump\"
\"The Sinking Spell\"
\"The Remembered Visit\"
Editions of Amphigorey
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780399504334
Read an Excerpt
An illustrated collection of 15 macabre short stories.
In this gorgeously detailed volume, American artist and author Edward Gorey accents amphigory (nonsense verse or composition) with his signature cross-hatched pen-and-ink drawings. A mix of poetry and prose, light-hearted and decidedly more morbid storytelling, the book is sure to satisfy both fans of art and lovers of short stories alike.
Stories included:
\"The Unstrung Harp\"
\"The Listing Attic\"
\"The Doubtful Guest\"
\"The Object Lesson\"
\"The Bug Book\"
\"The Fatal Lozenge\"
\"The Hapless Child\"
\"The Curious Sofa\"
\"The Willowdale Handcar\"
\"The Gashlycrumb Tinies\"
\"The Insect God\"
\"The West Wing\"
\"The Wuggly Ump\"
\"The Sinking Spell\"
\"The Remembered Visit\"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amphigorey about?
An illustrated collection of 15 macabre short stories.
In this gorgeously detailed volume, American artist and author Edward Gorey accents amphigory (nonsense verse or composition) with his signature cross-hatched pen-and-ink drawings. A mix of poetry and prose, light-hearted and decidedly more morbid storytelling, the book is sure to satisfy both fans of art and lovers of short stories alike.
Stories included:
\"The Unstrung Harp\"
\"The Listing Attic\"
\"The Doubtful Guest\"
\"The Object Lesson\"
\"The Bug Book\"
\"The Fatal Lozenge\"
\"The Hapless Child\"
\"The Curious Sofa\"
\"The Willowdale Handcar\"
\"The Gashlycrumb Tinies\"
\"The Insect God\"
\"The West Wing\"
\"The Wuggly Ump\"
\"The Sinking Spell\"
\"The Remembered Visit\"
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Amphigorey?
Graphic novels, Comic books, Manga, Cartoons > Graphic novel / Comic book / Manga: styles / traditions > American style / tradition comic books
Where can I read a sample of Amphigorey?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780399504334
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Amphigorey?
Edward Gorey
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Amphigorey is available as paperback(ISBN 9780399504334)
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