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Irving Stone – Lust For Life – SIGNED and INSCRIBED by the Author – First Edition 1934
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A first edition, first printing of ‘Lust for Life’ by Irving Stone, published by Longmans in 1934. Longmans, Green and Co, 1934. The Novel of Vincent Van Gogh. 489p, octavo. A very good (or better) copy in a very good dust jacket. Closed tear at crown of jacket repaired on verso with tape. Front end paper toned. Inscribed by author to previous owner on front fly leaf, “To Chester W. Ellison/ Practitioner of that noblest of all professions-the bookseller! With the friendly greetings of Irving Stone. April 24, 1937 Hollywood.”.
“Lust for Life”, a biographical novel by Irving Stone published in 1934, vividly portrays the turbulent life of Vincent van Gogh. Through meticulous research, Stone captures the intense passion and inner struggles of the Dutch painter, highlighting his relationships, mental health battles, and unwavering commitment to his art. The narrative delves into van Gogh’s complex interactions with family, friends, and fellow artists, particularly Paul Gauguin, and his relentless pursuit of artistic expression despite immense personal hardship and societal rejection. Stone’s rich, empathetic portrayal humanises van Gogh, offering insight into the man behind the masterpieces.
The novel’s success led to a 1956 film adaptation, directed by Vincente Minnelli and starring Kirk Douglas as van Gogh. Douglas’s powerful performance earned critical acclaim, bringing to life van Gogh’s emotional and psychological depth. The film captures the vividness and intensity of van Gogh’s art, juxtaposing it with his tumultuous life. Anthony Quinn, portraying Gauguin, won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. The film remains notable for its faithful representation of van Gogh’s paintings and its exploration of the artist’s psyche, further cementing the legacy of both Stone’s novel and van Gogh’s enduring influence on the world of art.
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A first edition, first printing of ‘Lust for Life’ by Irving Stone, published by Longmans in 1934. Longmans, Green and Co, 1934. The Novel of Vincent Van Gogh. 489p, octavo. A very good (or better) copy in a very good dust jacket. Closed tear at crown of jacket repaired on verso with tape. Front end paper toned. Inscribed by author to previous owner on front fly leaf, “To Chester W. Ellison/ Practitioner of that noblest of all professions-the bookseller! With the friendly greetings of Irving Stone. April 24, 1937 Hollywood.”.
“Lust for Life”, a biographical novel by Irving Stone published in 1934, vividly portrays the turbulent life of Vincent van Gogh. Through meticulous research, Stone captures the intense passion and inner struggles of the Dutch painter, highlighting his relationships, mental health battles, and unwavering commitment to his art. The narrative delves into van Gogh’s complex interactions with family, friends, and fellow artists, particularly Paul Gauguin, and his relentless pursuit of artistic expression despite immense personal hardship and societal rejection. Stone’s rich, empathetic portrayal humanises van Gogh, offering insight into the man behind the masterpieces.
The novel’s success led to a 1956 film adaptation, directed by Vincente Minnelli and starring Kirk Douglas as van Gogh. Douglas’s powerful performance earned critical acclaim, bringing to life van Gogh’s emotional and psychological depth. The film captures the vividness and intensity of van Gogh’s art, juxtaposing it with his tumultuous life. Anthony Quinn, portraying Gauguin, won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. The film remains notable for its faithful representation of van Gogh’s paintings and its exploration of the artist’s psyche, further cementing the legacy of both Stone’s novel and van Gogh’s enduring influence on the world of art.
