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This edition presents Vincent van Gogh’s correspondence in its entirety, restored from earlier omissions and supplemented with brief narrative introductions and the original pen‑and‑ink sketches. Readers gain a deeper understanding of the painter’s inner life, his theological and humanitarian interests, his fascination with the French Revolution, and his complex relationships—especially his close bond with his brother Theo, the Parisian art dealer who was a confidant and mainstay. The letters reveal van Gogh’s artistic struggles between realism, symbolism, and abstraction, and his desire to depict both peasant life and urban vigor. Through these writings, the mythic image of van Gogh as a solitary, tormented genius is softened, presenting him instead as a profoundly human figure filled with pathos, spiritual depth, and vibrant creativity.
First publish date: 1918
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Vincent van Gogh
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