The Essential Vincent van Gogh Author:Ingrid Schaffner A smaller book -- guide to understanding Vincent van Gogh, examining the truths and myths about his life, explaining the Impressionist movement with which his work is associated, and discussing his unique style of painting. Includes over sixty-five illustrations: fifty-one full color plates. BW drawings and a couple BW photos. This is ... more »Van Gogh from tragedy to triumph but it was his death that made him famous. A heavy price for stardom! Certainly now, if not then, certainly in the top 5 most revered and recognized artists from planet earth!
For readers who have little time to spare and are averse to art-world jargon, this series aims to provide an entertaining guide to individual artists and pop culture. This book explores how Van Gogh, his dream of becoming a clergyman being unfulfilled, emerged as one of the world's great painters.
* A fascinating account of the artist's life and work
* Fresh anecdotes, both professional and personal
* Concise sidebars on major players and cultural and social movements that shaped the artist's work