Kim Jung-hyun's book, "The Astronomy That Discovered Van Gogh's Time," offers a fresh perspective on Van Gogh's iconic masterpiece, "The Starry Night." The author, who has been captivated by stars and the night sky for 40 years and now runs an astronomical telescope manufacturing company, presents a provocative argument that challenges the established theories of art historians and astronomers.
Challenging Existing Theories and Proposing a New Creation Date
Kim argues that the painting's creation date is not June 19, 1889, as widely believed, but rather late July, about a month later. He supports this claim with meticulous on-site research and astronomical analysis of the constellations depicted in the painting.
An Astronomical Journey Combining Knowledge and Artistic Appreciation
This book is more than just an academic treatise. Kim provides readers with practical stargazing tips, analyzing Van Gogh's "Starry Night Over the Rhone" and "Cafe Terrace at Night," making astronomy accessible and engaging. This approach allows readers to experience both astronomical knowledge and artistic appreciation simultaneously, fostering a new perspective on the night sky.
A Book Filled with Pure Passion for the Stars
Like Georg Lukács's quote, "How happy were those times when the starry heavens were the map of all possible paths—times when the paths that led to happiness were already charted," this book is infused with the author's pure passion for the stars. Readers will rediscover the beauty and mystery of the night sky and gain a deeper understanding of Van Gogh's artistic world.
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