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c1960 Lust For Life Irving Stone International Collectors Library Book Van Gogh

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c1960 Lust For Life Irving Stone International Collectors Library Book Van Gogh

Lust For Life
By Irving Stone
Published by International Collectors Library: New York c1960

"Irving Stone's Lust for Life is a vivid, novel‑like biography that chronicles the turbulent life of Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. From his early years in a modest family to his relentless quest for artistic truth, the narrative follows Van Gogh's restless spirit as he moves from the quiet countryside of the Netherlands to the bustling streets of Paris, then on to Arles and Saint‑Rémy. Stone paints a portrait of a man driven by an insatiable passion for color, light, and emotional expression, often at the expense of his health, relationships, and financial stability. The book delves into his intense friendships—most notably with fellow artist Paul Gauguin—and his profound struggles with mental illness, which culminate in the iconic episodes of self‑mutilation and eventual institutionalization.

Through meticulous research blended with imaginative storytelling, Stone captures the paradox of Van Gogh's genius: a prolific creator whose most celebrated works were produced during periods of extreme personal turmoil. The narrative emphasizes his relentless work ethic, his obsession with capturing the raw essence of everyday life, and his ultimate belief that art could transcend ordinary existence. Despite dying in obscurity and poverty, Van Gogh's posthumous fame underscores the tragic irony at the heart of the story—a testament to the enduring power of artistic vision and the heartbreaking cost of a life lived in relentless pursuit of beauty."

Light wear to bindings. Some staining on back cover. Pages very clean. Very good to like new condition overall if not for stains on back cover. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 21.5cm x 15cm x 3cm - 399 Pages

Categories:

  • Fiction
  • Literature

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    Condition: Very good
    Binding: Leather
    Special Attributes: Gilt Top Edge
    Region: North America
    Subject: Literature & Fiction
    Original/Facsimile: Original
    Seller Notes: Light wear to bindings. Some staining on back cover. Pages very clean. Very good to like new condition overall if not for stains on back cover. Please study photos to further understand condition.
    Language: English
    Author: Irving Stone
    Publisher: International Collectors Library: New York
    Year Printed: 1960
    Sub-subject: Novels