Edward is much more than his world famous "scream." A gifted painter and printmaker, Munch not only was Norway's greatest artist, but also played a vital role in the development of German expressionism. His work often included the symbolic portrayal of such themes as misery, sickness, and death. Paintings reproduced here, such as "The Sick Child," "Vampire," and "Ashes," reveal Munch's preoccupation with the darker aspects of life.