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Amphigorey Also
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Pass if you mainly want an instant one-glance synopsis only. Not a strong match if you want a much lighter or punchier style than this offers. You only want something with very current references and examples.
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Amphigorey Also by Edward Gorey looks like a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in from the record we have here. The copy on hand shows 1993 • Harcourt, useful if you want to gauge size and reading commitment.
Edition on file: 1993 • Harcourt • ISBN 9780156056724.
Why this book now
Worth a look if you want a backlist title that still has a clear identity and use case.
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Reading commitment
Balanced Moderate time
Balanced commitment. Enough room to develop without feeling like a marathon.
What stands out here
The clearest standout is the reading lane it sits in: Idea-led • Weekend read.
Best way to approach it
Best approached in a couple of steady sittings rather than in constant tiny fragments.
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The likely reading experience leans toward a reading experience that should show its character pretty quickly once you start. Net effect: a mid-length read that should balance momentum with detail. It also has the feel of a backlist title rather than a brand-new release.
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