Monet : The Restless Vision

Based on thousands of never-before translated letters and unpublished sources, Jackie Wullschläger's enthralling biography is the first account of Monet's turbulent private life and how it determined his expressive, sensuous, sensational painting.

Deeply moving, it immerses us in that passionate experience, transforming our understanding of the man, his art and the fullness of his achievement.

This biography offers readers an intimate portrait of Claude Monet by drawing on previously inaccessible personal correspondence and archival materials. The author explores the connection between the artist's personal struggles and emotional life and his revolutionary approach to painting.

The book promises to provide new insights into how Monet's private experiences shaped his artistic vision and technique, offering a more complete understanding of both the person behind the famous Impressionist works and the full scope of his contributions to art history.