90. A Fever of Blossoms: Van Gogh’s Letter from Arles

In this episode of 1 Sealed Letter, we travel to the spring of 1888 in sun-drenched Arles, where Vincent van Gogh experiences a profound artistic rebirth. Through one of his most moving letters to his brother Theo, we glimpse Vincent’s passion, vulnerability, and unwavering hope as he paints the blooming orchards of Provence. Join us as we read the full letter, explore the story behind it, and reflect on the beauty of brotherhood, creativity, and renewal.

Selected Bibliography:

• Van Gogh, Vincent. The Letters of Vincent van Gogh. Edited by Mark Roskill, Penguin Classics, 2003.

• Van Gogh Museum. “Vincent van Gogh’s Letters.” www.vangoghletters.org

• Naifeh, Steven, and Gregory White Smith. Van Gogh: The Life. Random House, 2011.

• Sweetman, David. Van Gogh: His Life and His Art. Simon & Schuster, 1990.

• Hulsker, Jan. The Complete Van Gogh: Paintings, Drawings, Sketches. Random House, 1980.