Vincent & Theo

The Van Gogh Brothers

By: Deborah Heiligman

Narrated by: Phil Fox

Printz Honor Book, 2018

The deep and enduring friendship between Vincent and Theo Van Gogh defined both brothers' lives. As a confidant, champion, sympathizer, and friend, Theo financially and emotionally supported his older brother as the artistic but troubled Vincent struggled to find his path in life as both a painter and a man. Throughout that struggle, the brothers shared everything - swapping stories of lovers and friends, successes and disappointments, dreams and ambitions. Drawing on the 658 letters Vincent wrote to Theo during his lifetime, Deborah Heiligman weaves a meticulously researched tale of those two intertwined lives and the extraordinary love that fueled them.

©2017 Deborah Heiligman (P)2017 Dreamscape Media, LLC

Heart warning

Well summary of a legendary painter and his brother. Very touching letters and narrate. It is enjoyable

Touching and Bittersweet

Filled with so many interesting facts about the lives of the Van Gogh brothers, Vincent’s path as an artist, and with the story of their amazing love for each other. I was in tears at the end of such a touching and bittersweet story.

Fascinating true story

Great historical book about Vincent and Theo. Amazing and very entertaining and describes in detail their struggles with mental illness. Yet they persevered through many challenges.

One of the best books on Audible!

I have listened to many, many books over the last few years. This one is definitely in my top three. The story is so engaging and touching and well told. The narrator does an excellent job. I highly recommend this book.

Beautiful story

When I finished listening I wanted to just sit with my thoughts and very full heart. I had no idea what an incredible human being Vincent was. The book is beautifully narrated, the scenes and emotions still with me. A remarkable loving relationship between two brothers. I will hold this close to my heart always.