Vincent van Gogh, the man
behind The Starry Night,
Bedroom in Arles, and other
beloved, mesmerizing works
comes to life in this biography
and critical art book, now
available in a flexi-cover edition.
Anyone studying a Van Gogh painting with its heavily articulated brushstrokes, dazzling color, and hypnotic perspective will wonder about the artist who created such masterpieces. Although some details of the Dutch artist`s brief and tragic life have been mythologized into the popular culture, this book takes a deeper look at Van Gogh`s history and oeuvre. Drawing on Van Gogh`s correspondence, this book allows readers to experience the artist`s life and work synchronistically, with brilliant reproductions of his most famous and lesser-known works. In addition, it provides valuable information about where readers can view Van Gogh`s work in museums throughout the world. Art lovers will find much to discover in this appealing and accessible overview of one of the world`s most compelling figures.