Vincent Van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist [Paperback]

This lively, beautifully written biography (Kirkus Reviews) of the famous Post-Impressionist artist who paintedStarry Nightand many other masterpieces is fascinating reading (School Library Journal, Starred Review).

Vincent Van Gogh—one of the nineteenth century's most brilliant artist—will forever be remembered as the Dutchman who pioneered new techniques and styles and who, in a fit of passion, cut off his own ear.

Whether painting a portrait, landscape, or still life, van Gogh sought to capture the vibrant spirit of his subject. Still, fame eluded him. This lack of recognition over a career spanning a mere decade (from ages twenty-seven to thirty-seven) fueled his lifelong self-doubt and bitter disappointments. Today, however, van Gogh's paintings are recognized as masterpieces, and the tormented Dutchman stands as a giant among artists. 

Vincent Van Gogh: Portrait of An Artist has been selected as a Common Core State Standards Text Exemplar (Grades 6–8, Historical/Social Studies) in Appendix B. It features a sixteen-page insert with family photographs and full-color painting reproductions and includes a glossary of artists and terms, a biographical time line, notes, a bibliography, and locations of museums that display Van Gogh’s work. 

A ROBERT F. SILBERT HONOR BOOK
AN ALA NOTABLE BOOK
AN ALA BEST BOOK FOR YOUNG ADULTS
ASCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
ABOOKLISTCHILDREN'S EDITOR'S CHOICE 

This outstanding, well-researched biography is fascinating reading.  —School Library Journal, Starred

Readers will see not just the man but also the paintings anew.  —The Bulletin, Starred

An exceptional biography that reveals the humanity behind the myth.  —Booklist, Starred

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