An enlarged edition of Robert Goldwater's 1938 study of primitive art and analysis of how and why modern painters and sculptors work in primitive styles, including discussion of Paul Gauguin, Paul Klee, Pablo Picasso, and Amedeo Modigliani.
Chronicles the life of artist Paul Gauguin, describing his early struggles and successes, his painting style, the impact he had on the art world, and other related topics.