The Doubtful Guest

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About “The Doubtful Guest”

The Doubtful Guest is a story about a mysterious creature, described as wearing a scarf and sneakers, who arrives uninvited at the home of a Victorian family and remains for seventeen years. The creature's presence disrupts the household's order, creating an atmosphere of unease and absurdity.

Book details

Published
1957
Latest edition
1957 · ISBN 9780396076285
ISBN
9780396076285

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How many pages is The Doubtful Guest?

The Doubtful Guest by Edward Gorey has 32 pages.

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