Edward Gorey, (1925-2000), author, illustrator, playwright, puppeteer, set and costume designer, and cat lover. Possessing a macabre sense of humor. Lived with 20,000 books (nothing bizarre there), six cats (no problem), and a collection of daguerreotypes of dead babies (ok, morbid). His art work has been described as gothic and “unsettling.” His books rarely turn … Continue reading
“Known throughout the world as the intellect behind The Chronicles of Narnia and as the twentieth century’s most influential Christian writer, C. S. Lewis has stirred millions of readers through his probing insights, passionate arguments, and provocative questions about God, love, life, and death.” …from the back cover of Readings for Meditation and Reflection, edited … Continue reading
Stop in tomorrow and check it out. Gryphon Games and Comics is having their free comic book day this Saturday and this would be a perfect time to see what The Eclectic Reader has in science fiction and fantasy. We will also have a free table of books out on the sidewalk.
Just in at The Eclectic Reader is this boxed set with book and 5 CDs on the history of Black music. All like new. Priced at $50.
Each book is in mint condition and is $3. Great for beginning readers.
