Starting in 1951, Gorey illustrated poetry books by Merrill Moore for Twayne Publishers including Case Record from a Sonnetorium (many illustrations by Gorey, 1951), and More Clinical …

Edward Gorey was an American writer, illustrator, and designer, noted for his arch humor and gothic sensibility. He drew a pen-and-ink world of beady-eyed, blank-faced individuals whose …

Gorey rapidly became a significant figure in the New York design world, designing more than fifty covers and, more importantly, becoming recognized as a major commercial illustrator.

Learn surprising facts about Edward Gorey, whose darkly comical animation sequence at the beginning of MASTERPIECE Mystery! bewitches TV fans.

May 21, 2025 · Edward Gorey, that bearded patron saint of the sad and whimsical, the strange and witty, would have turned 100 this year, and centennial celebrations are happening all year …

Gorey's influence extends beyond the realm of illustration; his distinctive style has impacted fashion, interior design, and popular culture. He designed sets and costumes for theatrical …

Jan 13, 2025 · Partly to make up for his fur wearing, Gorey, who owned multiple cats and at one point welcomed a raccoon family, was determined to support animal welfare after his death.

Goreyography's Biographical and Bibliographic Information About Edward Gorey (1925-2000)

Feb 10, 2025 · Edward Gorey is best remembered for his distinctive art style: His darkly humorous pen-and-ink drawings led to him being dubbed the “Granddaddy of Goth.” But Gorey’s …

The Edward Gorey House celebrates and preserves the life and works of Edward Gorey, an American author, illustrator, playwright, set and costume designer.