Theatrical Adventures of Edward Gorey
Rare Drawings, Scripts, and Stories
by Carol Verburg
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Pub Date Oct 15 2024 | Archive Date Oct 14 2024
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Description
The definitive, deluxe art book about Edward Gorey's theater work—from the iconic and Tony Award-winning Broadway production of Dracula to the wildly creative productions to which he devoted the last decade of his life.
Edward Gorey (1925-2000) was a prodigious and original artist who published more than one hundred beloved works, including The Gashlycrumb Tinies, The Doubtful Guest, and Amphigorey, and illustrations that appeared regularly in such publications as The New Yorker and The New York Times and books by authors ranging from Charles Dickens and T.S. Eliot to John Updike and Virginia Woolf, among many others. His animated credits for the PBS Mystery! series introduced him to millions of television viewers. In addition to his intricate pen-and-ink drawings and darkly humorous storybooks, Gorey also nurtured a lifelong passion for the performing arts. This volume is the first to showcase his extensive theatrical work, including his transition from designing major productions to crafting original community theater pieces on Cape Cod.
Written by his friend and collaborator Carol Verburg, this deluxe hardcover edition is filled with annotated scripts, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and over 200 images, including archival photos and previously unpublished artwork. It unveils Gorey at work and play, drawing back the curtain on his enigmatic genius, which continues to inspire creatives and collectors today.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9781797229539 |
| PRICE | $50.00 (USD) |
| PAGES | 256 |
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Featured Reviews
Ashley D, Bookseller
A beautiful look into the work of Edward Gorey's theater work! This was such a fun read for fans of Edward Gorey's art and projects. As a huge fan of Dracula, getting to read about his work on the Broadway production of it was fantastic. This was a really interesting read and it chronicles a lot of Gorey's works and projects throughout his life. It's a great book for Gorey fans and any art/theater people who are interested in learning about a craftsman!
*Thanks Netgalley and Chronicle Books for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*
Karen D, Reviewer
What a joy Edward Gorey must have been to be around. I would have LOVED to see some of these absurd and delightful plays. Ever since I Read The House with Clock In Ots walls 45 years ago, I have loved the drawings that brought Luis Barnabelt to life. Each time PBS mysteries shows its opening sequence, I refuse to fast forward through it!
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.
Kristin D, Reviewer
As a child I grew up with Edward Gorey’s drawings and love them. This book has opened my eyes to the wonderful world of Edward Gorey and all he did. I had no idea that his life was so intensive and inspiring. For any Gorey fans who was to delve deeper into his life this is an amazing book to read
Courtney C, Reviewer
“The Theatrical Adventures of Edward Gorey” is a very comprehensive book containing various unpublished and rarely seen works, private photos and notations, as well as behind the scene glimpses of the impressive theatre work from designs to scripts, that show the creative genius of Edward Gorey.
Like many, I first fell in love with Gorey’s work when I came across The Gashlycrumb Tinies when I was younger. Many years later I was gifted a copy of Bram Stoker’s Dracula which Gorey had illustrated, and it was that book which really prompted me to look into Gorey’s artwork more than ever before. So when I saw that this book contained insights into his work on the broadway production of Dracula, it felt like a full circle moment.
Carol Verburg did a great job compiling various artwork and notations from Gorey’s private collection, and it’s clear that they were friends as well as collaborators by the careful and considerate way Verburg has written this book. It’s not an informal listing of some of Gorey’s credentials or a regurgitation of other books written about him, rather it’s a love letter of sorts that shows the admiration and respect she has for the formidable talent that was Edward Gorey.
The theatre works alone make this a phenomenal read, but the personal recollections that Verburg shares pushes up another notch.
If you’re a fan of Edward Gorey, art, theatre, or just want to see glimpses into his creative process, you will absolutely enjoy this book.
This review is my honest and unbiased opinion, although I did receive an ARC of this book courtesy of NetGalley, however that has no bearing on my review. While it is absolutely enjoyable in e-book format, I will definitely be purchasing the hardcover edition as this would make a great coffee table book.
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