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Van Gogh's brother Theo was his confidant and companion, and, in his letters to him, Van Gogh reveals himself as artist and man. Even more than if he had purposely intended to tell his life story, Van Gogh's letters lay bare his deepest feelings, as well as his everyday concerns and his views of the world of art.

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  • Paperback: 480 pages
  • Publisher: Plume (September 1, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0452275040
  • ISBN-13: 978-0452275041
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 1.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading for lovers of art..., October 14, 1999
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"Dear Theo" should be mandatory reading for all students of fine art today, as no modern artist injected a level of passion into their work equal to that of Van Gogh in 1880 through 1890. This volume is a sort of highlight reel of Vincent's comments on his life and art to his beloved brother Theo. I recommend "The Complete Van Gogh" published by Taschen to accompany "Dear Theo", as there are no visual examples of Vincent's art aside from the cover included in this book. No one who appreciates fine art will be sorry to invest in either publication.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Let the reader beware - this is more novel than letters, April 22, 2005
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I, like the many reviewers of this book, was enthralled and inspired by this collection of letters when I first read it 25 years ago. I have recommended it to many friends. At the time I would have given it five stars or even more if they were available. Irving Stone writes in his preface "My aim has been to edit the 1670 pages of material down to a swiftly flowing, continuous normal-sized book..." He succeeded but even 25 years ago I was a little disturbed by the complete absence of indications where exactly Mr. Stone had done his cutting, or his editing. Today, in the age of internet we can now do some easy checking. The unabridged letters are on the net and reveal that basically what this Dear Theo is, is another novel written by Irving Stone. There is almost no resemblance to the original letters. The novelist has used his talents and the raw material to create a beautiful saga. Worth reading, but let the reader beware.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A GREAT STORY TOLD, December 11, 1997
Irving Stone introduced much of the world to Vincent Van Gogh through his superb bio/novel'Lust For Life'but here it's the artist himself that tells the moving,dramatic story that no fictive acount can touch.While Stone's editorial gifts are considerable the true star of this important compilation is of course the 'Author'.We discover within these pages a mind,a heart,and a soul that shine with an intensity rivaled only by the masters own glowing canvases.An artist who 'paints'with words as effectively as with a brush is a rarity.When Vincent describes an observed scene we feel as though we are there.When he begs,cajoles and pleads with brother Theo for more funds for'the work'we sense that it is the artists life itself that is at stake.While it's true that a modern day tragedy is revealed here even more so we can witness a courageous triumph of the spirit over adversity in the extreme. There are few human documents that speak so directly to one as this.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nice insight
It is not as easy a read as Stone's van Gog biography Lust For Life, but for fans, it's a deep book. Read more
Published on February 6, 2007 by Eolake

5.0 out of 5 stars A fire starter
These letters speak the truth of van Gogh. This book opens a window of knowledge on a man so misunderstood to the world. Read more
Published on November 3, 2002

3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and revealing
Vincent Van Gogh was a great painter, but not a writer. So these letters are of interest in terms of history and painting. Read more
Published on January 14, 2001 by Guillermo Maynez

2.0 out of 5 stars here's your unadulterated chance to see just how screwed...
here's your unadulterated chance to see just how screwed up van gogh was. letter after letter after letter sitting on the pity pot writing to his younger brother whining for... Read more
Published on December 12, 2000 by Daniel Mackler

4.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening, tragic and inspiring.
The book provides an excellent cross-section of letters painting a vivid picture of Van Gogh's life. Read more
Published on October 26, 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
It was so fascinating to see what what going through Vincent's mind when he was doing all of his painting. He was an amazing artist.
Published on March 9, 1999 by Michelle Webb

5.0 out of 5 stars Van Gogh both thought, wrote & felt with his heart.
I read Van Gogh's letters to his brother Theo shortly after I saw the Van Gogh exhibit in Washington, DC. The effect was overwhelming. So much pain. So much loneliness. Read more
Published on October 13, 1998

4.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful and sensitive book...
A triumph of a book, a definitive and soulful look into the life and times of one of the greatest painters since the inception of cave painting. Read more
Published on August 17, 1998 by v-kausb@microsoft.com

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