Edward Gorey - Mr. Sinister Cozy

The Yarmouth Port Library Presents Edward Gorey / Mr. Sinister Cozy A Presentation by Gregory Hischak Friday, April 4th. 1:00 PM Edward Gorey’s work as an author, book artist, illustrator, and designer is frequently categorized as Whimsically Macabre or Sinister Cozy as described by Mr. Gorey himself. Terrible things unfold in an Edward Gorey Book—children get swept out to sea, abducted by murderous insects, fall into unsavory company, or get carried off by giant birds. Sometimes they die of boredom. Edward writes, and draws, about everyday life and—for reasons that get covered in this presentation—his books are a delight and extremely funny—mostly. 2025 is Edward’s Centennial and so this presentation covers a general overview of Gorey’s life and his masterful weaving of the 19th Century and the Modern. It will also touch on the current exhibit at the Edward Gorey House: Concealing the Art Edward Gorey’s Mysterious Messages. Gregory Hischak is a writer, performer, and designer who has created exhibits at the Edward Gorey House since 2014, the Director since 2020. He is the author of E is for Edward A Centennial Celebration of the Mischievous Mind of Edward Gorey. To quote Greg: “Edward remains the perfect boss: open to endless interpretation and not prone to disagreement—as he is dead.” Space is Limited. Please call the library at 508-362-3717 to reserve your space. Yarmouth Port Library, 297 Main St. (Rt 6A), Yarmouth Port, MA 02675 Early arrival is suggested as parking is also limited. Additional parking may be found behind the fire station.