Memoirs of Mistral by Frédéric Mistral
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| Author | Mistral, Frédéric, 1830-1914 |
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| Translator | Maud, Constance Elizabeth, 1860?-1929 |
| Translator | Strettell, Alma, 1856?-1939 |
| LoC No. | 08008543 |
| Title | Memoirs of Mistral |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Memoirs of Mistral" by Frédéric Mistral is a memoir written in the late 19th century. The work provides a vivid account of the author's early life in the province of Provence, capturing the essence of rural life and his formative experiences. The narrative is likely to focus on Mistral's childhood memories, including his family, education, and the natural landscapes that shaped his identity as a poet. The opening portion of the memoir introduces Frédéric Mistral’s childhood in the village of Maillane, nestled at the foot of the Alpilles mountains. He shares details of his family's way of life as yeoman farmers, emphasizing the harmony between their traditions and the landscape. Key figures in his early life, such as his parents, are vividly described; particularly his father, a hardworking patriarch with deep roots in Provençal traditions. Mistral paints a nostalgic picture of his innocent adventures, interactions with local characters, and fond memories tied to nature and familial bonds, establishing a strong sense of place and identity that resonates throughout the memoir. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PC: Language and Literatures: Romance languages: Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Mistral, Frédéric, 1830-1914 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56040 |
| Release Date | Nov 23, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 101 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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