Vincent Van Gogh: A Life In Letters

An illustrated selection of Van Gogh's letters, forming an extraordinary window into the life and creative thought of one of the world's most iconic artists. Vincent Van Gogh's letters have long been prized as some of the art world's most valuable documents. They not only shed light on Van Gogh's complex and intriguing character, but illuminate the entire creative process as seen through his eyes. Here we can observe Van Gogh's thoughts and opinions firsthand, as well as his close ties with his brother Theo, his sometimes troubled relationships with friends and fellow artists, his personal doubts and fears, and above all his overriding passion for his art. This is not only an immense treasure trove of biographical and art-historical information, but also provides lasting pleasure as a personal written testimony to a life devoted to art. Vincent Van Gogh: A Life in Letters belongs on the shelves of every reader in search of self-revealing documents from one of the greatest creative minds.