Leaving Van Gogh

Questions About Leaving Van Gogh

by Carol Wallace (Goodreads Author)

Reader Q&A

To ask other readers questions about Leaving Van Gogh, please sign up.

Answered Questions (1)

What is the point of historical fiction? Why not read a biography?
Emma Caylor In my opinion, historical fiction allows for an expansion on the lives of people who may have some mystery to them. It also adds flavor and feeling to…moreIn my opinion, historical fiction allows for an expansion on the lives of people who may have some mystery to them. It also adds flavor and feeling to what can be rather dry accounts told in biographies. I grew up reading historical fiction, particularly the Dragon Wings series by Laurence Yep. His work brought to light a history of Chinese immigration to the United States and the lives of Chinese Americans throughout the history of the US. This topic was something that would be hard for a young child to access, but definitely something that helped formed my views on how to treat all people.
I suppose, in conclusion, historical fiction is a more accessible way for people to approach historical figures and time periods.(less)
flag

Unanswered Questions (1)

About Goodreads Q&A

Ask and answer questions about books!

You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.

See Featured Authors Answering Questions

Learn more