The Object-Lesson - by Edward Gorey (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Another Goery masterpiece unfolds in this dark tale of surreal morality. Illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Inspired by Samuel Foote's poem, The Grand Panjandrum, <i>The Object-Lesson</i> 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. <br>With its humorous obscurity and puzzling intrigues, <i>The Object-Lesson</i> delights and provokes.<br><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>PRAISE FOR EDWARD GOREY <p/>Dark masterpieces of surreal morality . . . beautifully depicted.--<i>Vanity Fair</i> <p/>Edward Gorey's work is remarkable and mysterious. I find it fascinating.--Max Ernst <p/>A major graphic artist . . . his originality is profound.--<i>Commentary</i> <p/>Incredibly sophisticated . . . stylish and inventive.--<i>The New York Observer</i><br><br>
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