The house of Men

Discover Papua New Guinea

Daniel Vigne’s The House of Men takes you to the heart of a fascinating country where reality and surrealism coexist. Through this captivating story, discover the mysteries of a land where ancestral traditions and modernity meet, offering readers an unforgettable journey.

An intimate look at a changing people

While Port Moresby rises with its skyscrapers, Daniel Vigne immerses us in the villages of the highlands and the Sepik Valley. There he meets the Papuan tribes and explores their beliefs, initiation rites, scarification, and warrior traditions. Each page reveals the soul of a society in the midst of change, torn between preserving its identity and the influences of the modern world.

An immersion between travel and testimony

Renowned author and director Daniel Vigne draws inspiration from his documentaries Papous, mémoire des boucliers (Papuans, Memory of Shields) and Papous, entre deux mondes (Papuans, Between Two Worlds) to recount this adventure. Part humanist narrative, part travelogue, he makes us feel the impact of globalization, the threat of gold mining, and the beauty of preserved ancestral traditions. La maison des hommes is as much a journey of initiation as it is a reflection on the fragile balance between modernity and cultural heritage.

A book to read and contemplate

The House of Men is a captivating work that transports readers to the depths of a mysterious and fascinating country. A unique testimony for anyone who wants to explore the richness of the world’s cultures.