Van Gogh: The Life

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by Steven Naifeh

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Good so far. What do people think of the theory that a "boy" shot VanGogh?
Diane Nowak I also believe that Vincent was a victim of foul play. We'll never know,
but I feel that the way he was followed and harrassed by local youths, one of …moreI also believe that Vincent was a victim of foul play. We'll never know,
but I feel that the way he was followed and harrassed by local youths, one of which showed off a gun on several occassions, and the facts that Vincent walked back to town for help after the shooting and the gun and his art materials were never found certainly points to someone else shooting him.(less)
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I am interested in reading this. I find it odd that people don't pay more attention to the fact that this man had neurosyphilis -- he was not simply crazy, cutting off his ear, but horrific pain and mental issues due to the bacteria terrorizing the brain are rather common. I mean, we all must still take responsibility for our behavior, but why is this not mentioned more? Vision issues too consistent w/ his perspective
Kevin I just finished this book and I think it is a lot more complicated than this. There's a lot going on here with Van Gogh. I just now realized this ques…moreI just finished this book and I think it is a lot more complicated than this. There's a lot going on here with Van Gogh. I just now realized this question is four years old... you've probably moved on or read this book by now. My apologies. (less)
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