Elegant Enigmas: The Art of Edward Gorey

Alongside a rich selection of illustrations from the books of Edward Gorey, Elegant Enigmas includes his theatrical set and costume designs, typewritten manuscripts, doodles, and personal musings. Written by Karen Wilkin, an expert on Gorey and a close friend, the text offers an insightful and intimate look at his career, shedding new light on his life and artistic journey. Published to coincide with the first major traveling exhibition of Gorey’s work, organized by the Brandywine River Museum, Elegant Enigmas is a long-awaited celebration of an artist whose sharp wit and dark humor will leave readers delighted and uncomfortable for years to come.