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.