Vincent van Gogh is undoubtedly one of the world's best-known artists; his unique and moving painting style is recognizable even to those who have no experience of art. His troubled life and tragic suicide have made him an icon of modernity and a symbol of existential torment that has afflicted society since the end of the Industrial Revolution brought an accelerating rhythm to life and the growing alienation of the individual.

Camille Pissarro said of Van Gogh, 'Either he will go mad or he will leave us all far behind. Which of the two it will be I am not able to foresee.'" (Federica Armiraglio)

Each book in this series features a preface by a renowned art historian, a thoroughly researched essay and a description of the artist's masterpieces. The appendix includes a chronology of the artist's life and important historical events of his time; a compilation of writings by well-known art historians, which add cultural perspective and insight into each painter's stylistic development; a table listing the location of each painting in the book; and a concise bibliography with suggested further readings. No matter what your knowledge of art history, this series will compel you to explore a world of art beyond the canvas.