First edition, first printing. "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." Written and illustrated by Edward Gorey. Unpaginated [32 pages]; b&w illustrations throughout; 8.5 x 6 inches. Ref: Toledano A4a. Condition: Good+ hardcover with lightly soiled boards and light rubbing to the bottom edges, a light bump to one tip and blunting the others, crimped spine ends, and a moderately severe bump to the top edge; aside from a previous owner's blind stamp, the interior is mostly clean with an occasional and a few lone foxing spots; the dust jacket is Good with price-intact and overall soiling, a couple of closed tears, and rubbing to the extremities. All dust jackets are protected by a clear mylar cover. Ships the next business day, wrapped in padding, in a box.

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Titre

The Object-Lesson

�diteur

Doubleday & Company, New York

Date de parution

1958

Reliure

Hardcover

�dition

Edition originale

�tat de la jaquette

Jaquette

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