Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) was a failed finance and navy man turned painter. His tumultuous friendship with Van Gogh ended in a violent incident. Gauguin sought refuge in Tahiti, where he found inspiration in the island''s nature and people. His vibrant, Primitivist style celebrated Tahitian sensuality. Despite dying alone, his legacy was secured by a smart art dealer who introduced his work to the Parisian avant-garde. Gauguin''s colorful and passionate life is captured in this book, from his early days in Paris to his final days in the Pacific.