What inspired Edward Gorey to create such a darkly humorous take on children's alphabet books?
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What inspired Edward Gorey to create such a darkly humorous take on children's alphabet books?
Did anyone else find the illustrations both charming and unsettling at the same time?
How do readers interpret the purpose of this book — is it satire, horror, or a playful critique?