Mirèio, a Provençal Poem by Frédéric Mistral

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Author Mistral, Frédéric, 1830-1914
Translator Preston, H. W. (Harriet Waters), 1836-1911
Title Mirèio, a Provençal Poem
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Summary "Mirèio, a Provençal Poem" by Frédéric Mistral is a pastoral poem written in the mid-19th century. This lyrical work unfolds in the dialect of the Bouches-du-Rhône region, celebrating the simplicity and beauty of rural life through the story of a young Provençal maiden named Mirèio. The poem intricately weaves themes of love, nature, and traditional rural customs, making it a vivid representation of Provençal folklore. The opening portion introduces us to a pastoral setting, focusing on Mirèio and her life amid the agricultural landscapes of La Crau. It begins with a reflection on her modest beginnings, drawing attention to her beauty and charm. The narrative quickly introduces Vincen, a young basket-weaver, who admires Mirèio’s grace and shares a budding relationship with her through an exchange of playful conversation and light-hearted banter while they gather mulberry leaves. This initial interaction hints at the romantic undertones that will permeate their lives as they navigate the intertwined themes of love and social status in their rural existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PC: Language and Literatures: Romance languages: Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Occitan poetry -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 56008
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 16, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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