Paul Gauguin
David Sweetman
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Paul Gauguin
Published
1995
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Pages
600
ISBN-10
0340552220
Description
"This is a new view of Gauguin, revealing his origins in Peru in a family of anarchists and revolutionaries and examining his life with his youth placed in context. The book is set against the panoramic background of an era of rapid change, from the rise and fall of Napoleon III to the opening years of our century. At the same time, this superlative biography offers an intimate portrait of the age of the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists, an age brought vividly to life through a vibrant cast of characters - Manet, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Pissarro, van Gogh, Mucha, Debussy, Mallarme, and Strindberg. Above all, it describes a life of unexpected twists and turns, moving from Gauguin's luxurious childhood in Peru, through his wartime adventures as a sailor, to his years as a financial speculator in Paris, before he plunged into art and traveled across the globe, finishing his days on a remote island in the vast emptiness of the Pacific Ocean." "At the end Paul Gauguin became a drug addict and died of syphilis only days before he was to be thrown into prison, yet his art lives after him. How it should be judged in the light of its creator's extraordinary life is the challenge offered to readers of this comprehensive biography."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Paul Gauguin?
This edition of Paul Gauguin has approximately 600 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Paul Gauguin?
For most readers, Paul Gauguin typically takes between 12h 30m and 8h 20m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 150,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 0m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 20 days • Estimated word count: 150,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Paul Gauguin?
The estimated word count for Paul Gauguin is approximately 150,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Paul Gauguin?
Paul Gauguin was written by David Sweetman.
When was Paul Gauguin published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.