{"title":"Alan Turnbull","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing works of \u003cstrong\u003eAlan Turnbull\u003c\/strong\u003e, an author celebrated for his insightful exploration of the arts and culture. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, Turnbull captivates readers by delving into the mysterious and often complex world of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis most notable work, \u003cem\u003eWho Shot Van Gogh?\u003c\/em\u003e, is a compelling journey into the life and controversies surrounding one of history’s most enigmatic artists. Turnbull combines meticulous research with engaging narrative, offering readers a unique perspective on the eventful life and untimely death of Vincent van Gogh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlan Turnbull's books are a must-read for art enthusiasts and those curious about cultural history. His ability to weave historical facts with intriguing storytelling makes his works both educational and deeply entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a seasoned art lover or a newcomer to the genre, Alan Turnbull’s collection promises to enlighten and inspire your understanding of the art world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"who-shot-van-gogh-by-alan-turnbull-9780500024843","title":"Who Shot Van Gogh?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFact or fiction? An imaginative collection of statements about Vincent van Gogh that challenges what we think we know about the artist's much mythologised existence.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVan Gogh is the most famous artist in the world, yet our understanding of his life is full of contradictions. Art historians, filmmakers, journalists, psychologists, and conspiracy theorists have offered theories on his life and work, yet their views are often poles apart. Van Gogh has been described as a suffering genius, a madman, the embodiment of peace and compassion, a man of violence who was a danger to himself and others, a religious fanatic, and a Marxist. Where does the truth lie and the myth begin?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book examines the continual rewriting of Van Gogh's story since the first publications on the artist appeared at the beginning of the twentieth century. Presenting a collage of succinct facts and 'counterfacts', the text is drawn from a wide field of sources: fellow artists, friends and family, doctors and psychoanalysts, actors and writers, theorists, crackpots, and scholars. Conflicting statements go hand in hand with an unconventional curation of images, which include postcards of locations associated with the artist, photographs of a fraudster's legal trial, a children's toy, a bottle label, and a rusty revolver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlan Turnbull presents a kaleidoscope of fact and fiction about the world's most discussed artist—sometimes funny, sometimes heartrending, always revealing—giving readers new insights into the artist, his work, and his legacy. Van Gogh himself would be amazed not only to see what people have said about him, but also to grasp the global phenomenon that he has become.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA must-have for art lovers and museum-goers, \u003cem\u003eWho Shot Van Gogh?\u003c\/em\u003e invites all readers familiar with Van Gogh to challenge long-accepted ideas about the man and his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47342156873964,"sku":"9780500024843","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/69293482366.jpg?v=1772195040"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alan-turnbull.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}