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Donna Russo's 'Vincent's Women' is the untold story of Vincent's loves: how they shaped his life, his art, and his death. It writes against the 'myths, ' exploring the possibility that none of them are true. It is the only novel to bring into question his sexuality, how he lost…

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I love a book that gives me a fresh, lively perspective on a subject I care a lot about. Donna Russo does that here, with this multi-p.o.v. portrait of the artist over the years – as a young-old-middle aged genius. Van Gogh! What is it about this guy that makes him so fascinating? It’s more than the brilliant, revolutionary artwork. It’s more than the partially severed ear, the madness that drove him. It’s his relentless work ethic, fearless creativity and stormy relationships – with his brother Theo and artist-sometimes friend, Paul Gaugin. Each of the sections is narrated by a…

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