The Dwindling Party by Edward Gorey

In this whimsically macabre tale, a family of six embarks on a visit to the mysterious Hickyacket Hall, only to encounter a series of peculiar and sinister events that lead to their gradual disappearance. As each family member vanishes in turn, the story unfolds with Gorey's signature blend of dark humor and eerie illustrations, leaving readers both amused and intrigued by the fate of the dwindling party.