Publisher's Synopsis
The Letters of a Post-Impressionist: Being the Familiar Correspondence of Vincent van Gogh is a book published in 1913 that contains a collection of letters written by the famous Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. The letters were written to his brother Theo and other family members and friends, and cover a period of over a decade, from 1872 until his death in 1890.The letters provide a unique insight into the life and work of van Gogh, as he discusses his artistic ideas, struggles, and successes. They also reveal his personal life, including his relationships with women, his mental health issues, and his financial difficulties.The book includes over 200 letters, many of which were translated into English for the first time for this publication. The letters are accompanied by an introduction by the editor, J. B. de la Faille, who provides context and commentary on van Gogh's life and work.Overall, The Letters of a Post-Impressionist is an important historical document that sheds light on one of the most influential artists of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in van Gogh's life and work, as well as for those interested in the history of art and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
