Vincent Van Gogh is famous as much for his tortured life as for his remarkable paintings. The Treasures of Vincent Van Gogh offers unique insight into this solitary genius–from his difficult childhood to his inspiring artistic struggles to his tragic suicide. Ten items of rare facsimile memorabilia–including Van Gogh’s birth record and private letters to his brother, Theo, and to fellow artist Gauguin–make this beautifully illustrated, meticulously researched book a must-have for admirers of Van Gogh’s work.