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"The story of the tree outside of Anne Frank's window"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an introduction to the life and career of nineteenth-century Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh, and includes examples of some of his most important works.

Beautifully told, this is the true story of the relationship between brothers Theo and Vincent van Gogh.

Explores the life of Anne Frank and the experiences of Jews during World War II.

A Dutch Jewish girl describes the two-and-one-half years she spent in hiding in the upstairs bedroom of a farmer's house during World War II.

Miriam, a young Jewish girl, is forced to leave her parents and hide with strangers in the country during the German occupation of Holland.

Offers a brief introduction to the life and work of nineteenth-century painter Vincent van Gogh, discussing how he developed his artistic style, why he was unsuccessful during his life, how his work became popular decades after his death, and other related topics.

Presents forty short stories and fables by Anne Frank, including many about her experiences in hiding from the Nazis, and her unfinished novel, "Cady's Life.".

His mother left three years ago, so when twelve-year-old Flip's thieving father dies he goes to live with his stern and hostile uncle on the remote Dutch island of Mossum; there he works on the farm, dreams of his mother coming to get him, deals with the local bullies, and his only "friend' is a strange, mute girl whom he thinks of as the ghost girl--until he rescues a horse from the stormy sea and discovers a new purpose in caring for his charge.

Van Gogh remains the ultimate example of the tortured artistic genius. His entire life was a struggle against poverty and mental disorder. But hundreds of canvases that he painted prior to his death are today recognized as masterpieces. Learn more about Van Gogh's life, artistic style and techniques, explore the historical context of his life and work, and begin to understand his creative process. The program includes on-location footage and commentary by world renowned art experts.