<p>Vincent Van Gogh - Portrait Of An Artist</p>
<p>ABOUT VINCENT VAN GOGH</p>
<p>This “lively, 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).</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jan Greenberg‘s books have been named an ALA Notable Book, a School Library Journal Best Book of the Year, a Booklist Editors’ Choice, an IRA Teachers’ Choice, and a Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book.</p>
