First Impressions: Paul Gauguin (First Impressions Series) [Hardcover]

Howard Greenfeld (Author)

Book Description

Series: First Impressions Series | Publication Date: September 30, 1993

A book on post-Impressionist painter Paul Gauguin (1848-1903), written especially for young readers. The author tells the story of Gauguin's life and work in a style which should appeal to those encountering the artist for the first time. The reader learns how Gauguin, a successful Paris stockbroker, left his family to sail off to Tahiti on an artistic quest that produced some of the late 19th century's most beautiful and original paintings. Greenfeld conveys a strong sense of Gauguin's personality and leaves the reader with an understanding of his struggle to become an artist of significance.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 7-12-Two books written in a conversational tone that will hold readers' interest. Both titles convey a sense of who the artists were as people-their courage and dedication to their work as well as their arrogance, egoism, or eccentricities, thus creating a well-balanced view. The format is an open and inviting one, and the numerous full-color reproductions are of excellent quality. Engaging and informative.
Alexandra Marris, Rochester Public Library,
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 12 and up
  
• Hardcover: 92 pages
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams, Inc. (September 30, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0810933764
• ISBN-13: 978-0810933767
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,714,620 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Paul Gauguin (First Impressions), October 30, 2000

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Keith Meltzer (oklahoma city, OK United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: First Impressions: Paul Gauguin (First Impressions Series) (Hardcover)

After reading W. Sumerset Maugham's `The Moon and Sixpence' said to have been based on the life of Paul Gauguin, (can someone tell me why that title?), I decided to read a Gauguin's biography just to see exactly what is meant by "Based on the life of..." means. So naturally I went to the library; free. I checked out Howard Green's book: "Paul Gauguin (First Impressions)"; what luck, it was the only one on the shelf. It is one of the most beautiful books I have ever read and the art work reproduction and colors are just glorious and I am now so turned onto Gauguin's painting and just have to have a copy of this book for my own. The book is wonderfully written and portrays Paul Gauguin as not a very pleasant man, as did Maugham. But how do you separate the Man from his art or his body of work; and should you? What drives someone to dedicate his life to painting and abandon his responsibilities, his children? He's dead now and I can love his art and dislike the man; perhaps great art only comes from great suffering. Can't wait till my copy arrives.