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The Object-Lesson

by Edward Gorey

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Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

Inspired by Samuel Foote's poem, "The Grand Panjandrum," The Object-Lesson presents a stunning series of seemingly random and unrelated events. A missing artificial limb, ghostly spectres, and the statue of Corrupted Endeavour all have a place in this enigmatic tale, which combines elements of French surrealism, Japanese haiku, and lots of good fun.

With its humorous obscurity and puzzling intrigues, The Object-Lesson delights and provokes.

Synopsis:

Another Goery masterpiece unfolds in this dark tale of surreal morality. Illustrations.

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About the Author

Born in Chicago in 1925, Edward Gorey was one of the most highly regarded artists and writers of our time. His extraordinary and disconcerting books are avidly sought and treasured around the world. He died in 2000.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780151007097
Author:
Gorey, Edward
Publisher:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH)
Location:
New York
Subject:
General
Subject:
Form - Cartoons & Comics
Subject:
Comic books, strips, etc.
Subject:
Individual Artist
Subject:
Horror fiction
Subject:
Cartooning
Subject:
Humorous fiction
Subject:
Graphic Novels - General
Subject:
General Fiction
Subject:
Comics & Cartoons
Subject:
Techniques - Cartooning
Subject:
Individual Artists - General
Edition Number:
1st ed.
Series Volume:
no. 00-4754
Publication Date:
March 2002
Binding:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
32
Dimensions:
5.79x8.56x.35 in. .38 lbs.
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