The Osbick Bird Hardcover – 15 Sept. 2012

Wonderful nonsense verse, accompanied by the author's artwork.Emblus Fingby is befriended by an osbick bird, which shares his life:"The years passed by in pressing weedsAnd making bell-pulls out of beads."The faithful creature even roosts on its deceased owner's gravestone...for a bit:"But after several months, one dayIt changed its mind and flew away."Loved it!

ある日突然 Emblus氏の帽子の上に飛んで来た鳥。大きなくちばしと長い長い脚。その脚で器用にもリュートを弾いたり優雅にティーカップを持ってお茶を飲む。仲睦まじく暮らす様子が微笑ましい。トランプで激しい攻防を繰り広げ、一週間口をきかずにいても、互いにそむけた背中ごしに相手を盗み見る場面がお気に入り。切ないラストを迎えるけれど、あのゴーリーさんがこんなに素直にほのぼのした話を書くのだろうかと疑心暗鬼に陥ってしまった。

I have collected Edward Gorey's books for a few years. They are darkly humorous with black ink drawn illustrations that add to their macabre charm. The man is genius (okay, was a genius ~ he is dead)I would not hesitate to buy any book he has (had) written. Go for the hardvover editions ~ deals to be had if you carefully buy used books. Amazon is a wonderful resource for Gorey treasures.

Love it!

Explore the world of Edward Gorey and enjoy the many offerings therein. A prolific and creative mind, there are so many wonderful books to read and share. Thanks!

Edward Gorey's art and humor can only be truly appreciated by those who have a tenuous grasp on what it means to be truly human. And we acknowledge it is an eternal quest.

Dark humor

Edward Gorey at his best (worst?). And I am so glad that these became availalble again. There can never be too many of his books in prnt.

If you don't own a Gorey book... you're behind the curve... get on the band wagon! Gorey is my new favorite!

It was a gift. Giftee seemed very happy with it. I haven't read it yet but will when I finish with my book presents-and get it on loan from giftee.