THE ISOLATION ARTIST Scandal, Deception, and the Last Days of Robert Indiana

Traber Burns maintains a brisk pace that accentuates the intensity of this captivating but sad story about the final days of the artist Robert Indiana. As a major figure in American art since the 1960s, Indiana is most known for his LOVE sculpture. After settling on the Maine island of Vinalhaven, where he lived in an abandoned Odd Fellows Hall called Star of Hope, he was known by the locals as eccentric, at best, and cantankerous, at worst. During his final years his lawyers, agents, partners, assistants, accountants, and a variety of local characters who served as caregivers all vied for control of his considerable estate. Burns's news reporter approach keeps the story interesting, and he's especially adept at capturing the islanders' voices. J.E.S. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2023]