Four Original Edition Books with Slipcase
All Illustrations by Edward Gorey
Publisher Ivan Obolensky
c.1961 The Curious Sofa Limited Edition no.83 of 212. This is the first edition series, the 83 of 212 is a bit of Mr. Gorey's humor. Please see picture. - c.1960 The Fatal Lozenge - c.1964 The Sinking Spell - c.1961 The Hapless Child
Courtesy of Wikipedia: Gorey's work defies easy classification. He is typically described as an illustrator, but this merely scratches the surface. His
combination of words and pictures has led some to classify him as having been a cartoonist, while others regard him primarily as a writer who drew, or an
illustrator who wrote. His books can be found in the humor and cartoon sections of major bookstores, but books like The Object Lesson have earned serious
critical respect as works of surrealist art. His endless experimentations creating books that were wordless, books that were literally matchbox-sized, pop-up
books, books entirely populated by inanimate objects, and more complicates matters still further, not to mention the thorny issue of whether his books are best
classed as literature for children or for adults.
Condition. Near Fine - To Very Good with consideration given to normal vintage wear.
The books softcover binding and covers display very minor rubbing from age, not in the form of use. Book interiors as fine.
Exterior slipcase presents general modest all over wear in the form of handling and exposure staining. Some creasing and shallow edge dents.
Measurements. Slipcase @ 6 1/4 inches tall x 5 inches wide x 1 inch deep. Books @ 6 inches tall x 5 inches wide.
Creator. Edward Gorey and pen names / pseudonyms of same. Anagram's given great favor. *Interior copyrights have been photographed and can be emailed on
request. Edward Gorey c. 1925 - 2000
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