Munch was the man who painted emotions in a way that nobody had ever seen before. Here, art historian Øystein Ustvedt tells the story of how Munch became one of the most celebrated artists in the world. The text takes a close look at Munch's paintings, helping us to understand why they have been so significant and had such an impact. The book also discusses Munch's life and times in order to set his works in a larger context.