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Name: Floating Worlds
Author: Edward Gorey

During a 13‑month span from September 1968 to October 1969, renowned illustrator Edward Gorey and author–editor Peter F. Neumeyer corresponded about a trio of children’s books. Their exchange grew into a rich dialogue that touched on topics as varied as metaphysics, pancake recipes, and more. The correspondence offers insight into Gorey’s creative process and the collaborative nature of mid‑century literary and artistic production.

First publish date: 2011

Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography

Authors: Edward Gorey

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