Edvard Munch: A to Z

Edvard Munch – A Master of Emotion and Existential Angst

Best known for The Scream , Munch’s art captured the struggles of the human psyche in a way that resonates across generations. His works form a unique “soul diary,” chronicling inner turmoil, fear, and profound melancholy.

In this volume of the Hatje Cantz A–Z series, Munch’s life and work are explored through 26 concise and engaging themes, from “Anxiety” to “Ghosts” and “Revolver” to “Zoo.” This book offers surprising insights into Munch’s personal and universal artistic expressions, highlighting why his work remains as compelling today as ever.

Highlights:

• The creator of The Scream : Discover Munch’s iconic and timeless masterpiece.
• A soul laid bare: Munch’s art as a profound expression of psychological states.
• Surprising themes: 26 fresh perspectives on Munch’s life and work.

Hatje Cantz A–Z – Compact and Inspiring Art History

The Hatje Cantz A–Z series presents the great artists of art history in a compact and engaging format. From Lucas Cranach and Paul Cézanne to Piet Mondrian, Edvard Munch, and Niki de Saint Phalle – each volume offers biographical insights, surprising details, and fascinating perspectives on their work. With its clear structure and handy format, the series is the perfect companion for art enthusiasts, collectors, and curious minds alike.

In his painterly and graphic work Edvard Munch (1863–1944) made feelings and states of mind the subject of his work. In intense colors and expressive figuration, he created a highly individual artistic language that makes his oeuvre as enigmatic as it is appealing. Born in Norway, his travels took him to Paris and Berlin, where he cultivated contacts with important writers, artists, and intellectuals of the time. He spent the end of his life in seclusion in Oslo, where he died in 1944. 

The art historian Ulf Küster (*1966, Stuttgart) has worked at the Fondation Beyeler in Riehen/Basel since 2004. He has curated internationally acclaimed exhibitions and written numerous publications. His books on Edward Hopper and Piet Mondrian (A-Z series) and Louise Bourgeois (Kunst zum Lesen series) have been published by Hatje Cantz.