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Vincent Van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist

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This “full of life, beautifully written biography” (Kirkus Reviews) of the famous Post-Impressionist artist who painted Starry Night and many other masterpieces is “fascinating reading” (School Library Journal, Starred Review).

Vincent Van Gogh—one of the crucial nineteenth century’s most brilliant artist—will eternally be remembered as the Dutchman who pioneered new techniques and styles and who, in a fit of passion, bring to an end 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 loss of recognition over a career spanning a mere decade (from ages twenty-seven to thirty-seven) fueled his lifelong self-doubt and bitter disappointments. These days, then again, 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 circle of relatives photographs and full-color painting reproductions and features 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
A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
A BOOKLIST CHILDREN’S EDITOR’S CHOICE 

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