As Edward Imagined: A Story of Edward Gorey in Three Acts by Burgess, Matthew

As Edward Imagined: A Story of Edward Gorey in Three Acts

From an acclaimed author and illustrator team, here is a definitive picture book biography about a true...
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Author: Matthew Burgess
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Language: English
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As Edward Imagined: A Story of Edward Gorey in Three Acts by Burgess, Matthew

As Edward Imagined: A Story of Edward Gorey in Three Acts

$30.51

As Edward Imagined: A Story of Edward Gorey in Three Acts

$30.51
Author: Matthew Burgess
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
From an acclaimed author and illustrator team, here is a definitive picture book biography about a true original and creative genius: Edward Gorey.

A NEW YORK TIMES/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR!

Discover the unique childhood and life of the enigmatic and eccentric Edward Gorey whose artwork and books had a profound impact on creators such as Neil Gaiman, Lemony Snicket, and Tim Burton.

Even as a young boy, readers learn that Edward constantly forged his own path, passions, and pursuits never forsaking his individuality for fame.This brilliant picture book biography is paired with a whimsical art style that captures the unrelenting creativity Edward brought to his playfully macabre creations.

Author: Matthew Burgess
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 09/17/2024
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 11.20h x 8.70w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781984893802
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 06/03/2024
Booklist 06/01/2024 pg. 75
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2024
School Library Journal 09/01/2024 pg. 117
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2024

About the Author
Matthew Burgess is a poet, educator, and the author of many picture books including Words With Wings and Magic Things, As Edward Imagined: A Story of Edward Gorey in Three Acts, Bird Boy, and The Bear and The Moon. His books have garnered starred reviews, a Eureka! Gold Award for Excellence in Nonfiction and spots on best-of lists from the New York Public Library, Chicago Public Library, Boston Globe, Washington Post, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist and Amazon. A associate professor of literature and creative writing at Brooklyn College, Matthew has been a poet-in-residence in New York City public schools and currently serves as senior editor of Teachers & Writers Magazine.

Marc Majewski is a French author-illustrator based in Berlin. After obtaining a degree in literature and arts, he studied illustration and painting for two years. His picture books include, Does Earth Feel?, and Butterfly Child.

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