{"product_id":"vincent-cant-sleep-van-gogh-paints-the-night-sky-9781101937105","title":"Vincent Can't Sleep: Van Gogh Paints the Night Sky","description":"\u003cb\u003eA gorgeous, lyrical picture-book biography of Vincent van Gogh by the Caldecott Honor team behind \u003ci\u003eThe Noisy Paint Box.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eVincent can't sleep . . .\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eout, out, out he runs  \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eflying through the garden--marigold, geranium, blackberry, raspberry--\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003epast the church with its tall steeple, down rolling hills and sandy paths meant for sheep, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He dives at last into the velvety, violet heath, snuggles under a blanket of sapphire sky, \u003cbr\u003e and looks up, up, up . . . to visit with the stars. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Vincent van Gogh often found himself unable to sleep and wandered under starlit skies. Those nighttime experiences provided the inspiration for many of his paintings, including his most famous, \u003ci\u003eThe Starry Night\u003c\/i\u003e. Van Gogh sold only one painting in his lifetime--but he continued to pursue his unique vision, and ultimately became one of the most beloved artists of all time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e From the same team behind the Caldecott Honor Book \u003ci\u003eThe Noisy Paint Box\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eVincent Can't Sleep\u003c\/i\u003e is a stunning book that offers insight into the true meaning of creativity and commitment. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Praise for \u003ci\u003eThe Noisy Paint Box: \u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Even those who aren't inspired to visit a museum will take away the lesson of Kandinsky's life: Listen to what excites you and follow its call.\" --\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * \"Rosenstock's prose strikes a balance between lightheartedness and lyricism. GrandPr 's paintings conjure up an entire epoch . . . breathing life into all the characters.\" --\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly, \u003c\/i\u003estarred \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * \"The rich word choice is a delight: pistachio, cobalt, and saffron introduce readers to colors while hissing, blaring, and whispering reveal the sounds of the colors. . . . This is a beautiful blend of colors, music, and life.\" --\u003ci\u003eBooklist, \u003c\/i\u003e starred \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * \"A rich, accomplished piece about a pioneer in the art world.\" --\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews, \u003c\/i\u003e starred \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * \"The book offers diverse potential for different types of study, whether one is reading for information or for pleasure. Outstanding.\" --\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal, \u003c\/i\u003e starred\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBARB ROSENSTOCK is the author of the Caldecott Honor Book \u003ci\u003eThe Noisy Paint Box, \u003c\/i\u003e also illustrated by Mary GrandPré, as well as \u003ci\u003eThe Camping Trip that Changed America, \u003c\/i\u003e illustrated by Mordicai Gerstein, and \u003ci\u003eFearless: The Story of Racing Legend Louise Smith, \u003c\/i\u003e illustrated by Scott Dawson. She lives outside of Chicago with her husband, sons, and two big poodles. Visit her at BarbRosenstock.com or @barbrosenstock. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e MARY GRANDPRÉ is best known as the illustrator of the Harry Potter books. She also illustrated the Caldecott Honor Book \u003ci\u003eThe Noisy Paint Box, \u003c\/i\u003e as well as \u003ci\u003eThe Carnival of the Animals, \u003c\/i\u003e written by Jack Prelutsky, and \u003ci\u003eChin Yu Min and the Ginger Cat\u003c\/i\u003e by Jennifer Armstrong, amongst many others. Visit her at marygrandpre.com.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50615285481746,"sku":"9781101937105","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c1a4275a-09a0-4cfe-b80a-131c1e2490dc.jpg?v=1732480923","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/vincent-cant-sleep-van-gogh-paints-the-night-sky-9781101937105","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}