The Doubtful Guest by Edward Gorey Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Doubtful Guest
Book Review: The Doubtful Guest
Summary: 5 Stars
I have read mixed reviews about giving this book to a child. The illustrations are pen and ink, which could be scary for a young child. That being said, reading this book to a child is delightful. One need only present the absurdity of the content is a childish way.Book Review: This was a simple but still comical story.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have been a long time admirer of Goreys' artwork, but when I recieved this book I became a fan of his literature too. The drawings can only add to the mystery surrounding this strange guest, and although the plotline isn't very complex, I thought that this was the most enjoyable story I had read in years. I hope to have all of his books someday.Book Review: Wonderful, and not creepy at all--sweet
Summary: 5 Stars
I adore Edward Gorey's work, both his goulish humor and gorgeous crosshatch illustrations. This was my first book of his, and I gave it as a gift to a good friend. It is as sweet and innocent as a children's book, quite unlike the majority of Gorey's work (The Gashlycrumb Tinies, which I think are hysterical---but you have to have a VERY dark sense of humor for that one). I did eventually buy a copy for myself, but have never seen it any larger than the small size it is in now. I would love to see a larger copy, since his pictures are so grand.Book Review: amusing, in a strangely British manner.
Summary: 5 Stars
"It would carry off objects of which it grew fond, And protect them by dropping them into the pond." This quote sounds like British humour to me --- however these are the words of the American author Edward Gorey. This entertaining tale of a creature that arrives at a family's home one day is very amusing because of its strangeness. Each little episode is a description of a strange little event precipitated by the "Doubtful Guest" done in rhyme. It begs comparisons with Dr. Seuss, but it is a more sophisticated, darker humour, that is more suitable for adults. Accompanied by Gorey's own ink drawings, this book is a classic. Although it will only take a few minutes to read it, you will enjoy re-reading it many times.