Two Faces of Love

Two Faces of Love: Lust for Life and Immortal Wife is a novel by Irving Stone that explores the complex and intertwined lives of two of history's most celebrated artists: Vincent van Gogh and his brother's wife, Johanna van Gogh-Bonger. The book is divided into two parts, each focusing on one of the two protagonists.In the first part, Lust for Life, Stone delves into the tumultuous life of Vincent van Gogh, from his early years as a struggling artist to his eventual suicide at the age of 37. The novel paints a vivid portrait of van Gogh's artistic genius, his emotional struggles, and his relationships with the people around him, including his brother Theo and his friend and fellow artist Paul Gauguin. The novel also explores the impact of van Gogh's mental illness on his work and his relationships, as well as the profound influence he had on the art world.The second part of the novel, Immortal Wife, focuses on Johanna van Gogh-Bonger, who married Theo van Gogh after Vincent's death. The novel explores Johanna's relationship with both Vincent and Theo, as well as her own struggles as a woman in a male-dominated society. It also delves into her role in promoting Vincent's art and legacy after his death, and her eventual marriage to Dutch art critic and writer Johan Cohen Gosschalk.Overall, Two Faces of Love: Lust for Life and Immortal Wife is a powerful and moving exploration of the lives of two remarkable individuals, and the enduring power of love and art. Stone's vivid prose and meticulous research bring these historical figures to life, and offer a compelling glimpse into the world of art and creativity in the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.