“Under the continual contact with the pebbles my feet have become hardened and used to the ground. My body, almost constantly nude, no longer suffers from the sun. Civilization is falling from me little by little. I am beginning to think simply, to feel only very little hatred for my neighbor - rather, to love him.”
Quote by Paul Gauguin
Work
Noa Noa: The Tahitian Journal
This book is a personal account of the author's journey through Tahiti, capturing the culture, landscapes, and daily life of the islands in the 19th century. more
Author
Paul Gauguin
Paul Gauguin was a French Post-Impressionist painter known for his distinctive use of color and symbolism. His works often depicted the landscapes and people of Tahiti, reflecting his longing for a primitive way of life. Gauguin is a significant figure in art history, profoundly influencing later artists. more
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