Since his academic background is in Art History, John C. Vitale has always been fascinated by Vincent Van Gogh's life, particularly the 1,600 letters the painter wrote to his brother, Theo. To make Van Gogh's words accessible without requiring readers to delve into the extensive correspondence, Vitale created Conversations with Vincent Van Gogh, a hypothetical interview that expresses his deep admiration for the artist.

About the Author

John C. Vitale is a retired Professor and Dean of Humanities from Lakeland Community College in Mentor, Ohio. He has published more than 200 articles in national magazines, primarily covering the subjects of Art, History, and Religion. Vitale's long-standing interest in Vincent Van Gogh's life led him to write "Conversations with Vincent Van Gogh," a hypothetical interview that expresses his deep admiration for the painter.