My Correspondence with Edward Gorey: A Curious Friendship

This article recounts a unique correspondence between the author and the illustrator Edward Gorey. From childhood fascination with Gorey's distinctive style to adult exchanges with the eccentric artist, the author shares their mutual interest in literature, art, and the macabre. Their letters, filled with whimsical observations, ranged from murder mysteries to bizarre recipes, from London's cheap bookstores to the behavior of zombies, showcasing Gorey's unique writing style and meticulous attention to detail. The article concludes with the author's account of the mysterious disappearance of Gorey's letters and the lasting presence of a cover Gorey designed, reflecting on the unpredictable connections in life.