A master of the mysterious, Edward Goreys artworks and writings abound with misadventures, oddities, and oblique humor. His forays into experimental theater follow suit, and to much delight, he designed pin-back buttons to accompany them. Now coveted by collectors, these bespoke buttonscreated as souvenirs for the plays, puppet shows, revues, and other entertainments that Gorey wrote, designed, or directedpossess a curiosity factor disproportionate to their small size.Flapping Ankles,Inverted Commas, orTinned Lettuce? Such buttons and the shows they were based on offer send-ups of staid conventions idiosyncratic napkin
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hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Gorey, Edward (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_480382608
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Condition: As New. Gorey, Edward (illustrator). Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 44560133
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Gorey, Edward (illustrator). Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 24-48 hours from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely. Seller Inventory # 6666-GRD-9781087505862
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Gorey, Edward (illustrator). Hardcover. A master of the mysterious, Edward Gorey's artworks and writings abound with misadventures, oddities, and oblique humor. His forays into experimental theater follow suit, and to much delight, he designed pin-back buttons to accompany them. Now coveted by collectors, these bespoke buttons-created as souvenirs for the plays, puppet shows, revues, and other "entertainments" that Gorey wrote, designed, or directed-possess a curiosity factor disproportionate to their small size. With each button Gorey fashioned, he put the wearer at the center of a memory, a recollection of a particular place and time.Always One Button Short showcases a selection of Gorey's compact creations, researched and photographed by noted Gorey collector Jonas Ploeger. Kevin McDermott, longtime Gorey collaborator and author of Elephant House; or, The Home of Edward Gorey (Pomegranate), introduces the collection with a personal essay, recalling the history and meaning of his own Gorey button. "This book features 44 buttons created by Edward Gorey between 1974 and 1998. The buttons feature illustrations by Gorey to promote the New York City Ballet, as well as other theatrical events"-- Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781087505862
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PAP. Condition: New. Gorey, Edward (illustrator). New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # GB-9781087505862
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Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. Gorey, Edward (illustrator). 64 pages. 6.30x6.26x0.47 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __1087505860
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Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Condition: New. Gorey, Edward (illustrator). In English. Seller Inventory # ria9781087505862_new
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Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. Gorey, Edward (illustrator). 64 pages. 6.30x6.26x0.47 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # x-1087505860
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