Why people recommend it
Wild Thing by Sue Prideaux is an evocative, meticulously researched biography examining the complex life and artistic evolution of the post-Impressionist painter Paul Gauguin. During the July 18, 2025 episode of The Book Review titled The Best Books of the Year (So Far), Jumanna Senan shared her enthusiasm for the title with listeners. Senan explicitly recommended the book, identifying it as a biography she genuinely enjoyed called Wild Thing by Sue Prideaux. She praised the pacing and execution of the biographical work, drawing attention to how effectively the author captures the dramatic, controversial, and restless existence of an artist who abandoned conventional European society to paint in the tropics. Senan's endorsement positioned the book as an engaging and insightful read for anyone interested in art history, biographical literature, or the turbulent personal lives of master painters. Her comments highlighted the biography's ability to bring historical figures to life with nuance and narrative momentum during a mid-year survey of top books.
Who recommended it
- Jumanna Senan Recommended
Jumanna Senan — 1 mention
“Okay, so this is a biography that I really liked called Wild Thing by Sue Purau.”