The Story of Edvard Munch

by Ketil Bjørnstad

A fascinating literary construction of the life of one of the world's most popular 19th century painters which is based on Munch's own diaries, notes and letters. His troubled relationships, particularly with the opposite sex, are well documented as is his nervous disposition which complicated his entire existence and these aspects of his life are admirably brought alive by the author. Illustrated.

Genres: Art, Biography, Nonfiction

400 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

About the author

Ketil Bjørnstad is a Norwegian pianist, composer and author. Initially trained as a classical pianist, Bjørnstad discovered jazz at an early age and has embraced the emergence of "European jazz".

He is an artist on the ECM record label, but has also published some 20 books (predominantly novels) and a number of poetry and essay collections.

Reviews

[Johanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Denne likte jeg så godt! Den skapte engasjement, inspirasjon og svært mye nysgjerrighet hos meg.

[Jools · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the best biographies I've read, and one of the few books which I have been happy to pick up and re-read again and again.

[Ryan Kerr · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great bio of an under rated highly influential artist. If you know anything about Munch this is a spectacular read.

[Mina Fossum · Rating 4 out of 5]

Endelig ble jeg ferdig med denne! Litt treg mot slutten men likevel et mesterverk! Superspennende og svært interessant om maleren og mennesket Edvard Munch!