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Greenberg, Jan , Jordan, Sandra

Vincent van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist

133 pp. | Delacorte | August, 2001 | Trade ISBN 0-385-32806-0 $$14.95 | Library ISBN 0-385-90005-8 $$18.99
(2) 4-6 Quoting extensively from Vincent's letters to his brother, as well as from later accounts by family members and colleagues, the authors allow Vincent to speak for himself through much of this book. There are plenty of details about his childhood, many of which serve to heighten the mystery of how he became a great painter. A time line, list of museums, and a few well-chosen color plates add to the book's usefulness. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Lolly Robinson | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2001

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