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The Doubtful Guest - by Edward Gorey (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

The Doubtful Guest - by Edward Gorey (Hardcover)

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  • A vaguely sinister comedy of manners by beloved artist Edward Gorey Told in a set of fourteen rhyming couplets, The Doubtful Guest is the story of a solemn, mysterious, outdoor creature, dressed rather ordinarily in sneakers and a scarf, who appears on a winter night at a family's Victorian home and never leaves again.
  • Author(s): Edward Gorey
  • 32 Pages
  • Art, Individual Artists

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Being a tale--perhaps an allegory--of deceptive simplicity, with universal meaning for all civilized men and women, Gorey's "The Doubtful Guest" is republished here in a deluxe hardcover edition at an eerily low price.



Book Synopsis



A vaguely sinister comedy of manners by beloved artist Edward Gorey Told in a set of fourteen rhyming couplets, The Doubtful Guest is the story of a solemn, mysterious, outdoor creature, dressed rather ordinarily in sneakers and a scarf, who appears on a winter night at a family's Victorian home and never leaves again. Gorey's eerie and charming illustrations accompany the verses, making this an enjoyably strange (and strangely enjoyable) read for all ages.
Dimensions (Overall): 4.78 Inches (H) x 7.26 Inches (W) x .32 Inches (D)
Weight: .3 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Individual Artists
Genre: Art
Number of Pages: 32
Publisher: Harper
Theme: Monographs
Format: Hardcover
Author: Edward Gorey
Language: English
Street Date: June 15, 1998
TCIN: 77253292
UPC: 9780151003136
Item Number (DPCI): 247-52-1902
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.32 inches length x 7.26 inches width x 4.78 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.3 pounds
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Q: How many pages does this hardcover book contain?

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  • A: The book contains a total of 32 pages filled with whimsical verses and illustrations.

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Q: What age group is this book suggested for?

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Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book?

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  • A: The book features eerie and charming illustrations by Edward Gorey that accompany the verses.

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