I refer to Vincent Van Gogh’s nameless, faceless image simply as, Van Gogh’s Peasant. Like a ghostly specter he centers Van Gogh’s canvas, locked forever in the endless task of harvesting the fruit of the land. He appears to be a farmer, maybe Amish, with his large, rough hands and a back permanently stooped from years of hard labor. This story releases the image from its canvas prison. It gives life to the man, however temporary, and allows him to end his labor. True to the sketch, the story maintains his nameless and faceless persona, allowing that void to be filled by the unique experiences of each reader. The story is inspired by the Van Gogh sketch, Peasant with Sickle, Seen from the Back. It is written as an allegory.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Understated and lyrical,
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This review is from: Van Gogh's Peasant (Paperback)
This short story, inspired by one of Van Gogh's lesser known drawings, Peasant with Sickle, Seen from the Back, is a pleasant and low key depiction of an old farmer in the twilight years of his life. This story, while not specifically about Van Gogh at all, uses this simple and poignant drawing as the basis for a lyrical tale of the never-named farmer's lonely but satisfying life. Ulmen's story, with virtually no dialogue, is a study in understatement--a trait many aspiring writers should try to emulate.
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Great Story Telling,
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Author, Steve Ulmen, has done a wonderful job of bring to life one Van Gogh's masterpieces. The story is contemplative and spiritual. A good read for those who enjoy good writing and innovative storytelling.
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Inspiring way to End the Day,
By S. M. Ulmen "Steven M. Ulmen" (Mankato, MN USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Van Gogh's Peasant (Paperback)
This story is inspired by Van Gogh's sketch as it appears on the book cover. It uses the art of words to interpret the art of the sketch as painted by this great Master. An allegory, it personifies the peasant and compares his last year to the four seasons of his life. The story is contemplative, leaving much to the imagination, allowing the reader to interpret it according to their own life experiences. It is a good book with which to end the day, for it leaves the reader with a sense of serenity and peace.
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