TY  - BOOK
AU  - Mistral,Frédéric
TI  - Mes Origines; Mémoires et Récits de Frédéric Mistral
AV  - PC 
PY  - 2004///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Provence (France) -- Social life and customs
KW  - Poets, Occitan -- 19th century -- Biography
KW  - Lexicographers -- France -- Biography
KW  - Mistral, Frédéric, 1830-1914 -- Childhood and youth
KW  - Occitan movement -- Biography
N1  - Release date is 2004-12-01; Produced by Walter Debeuf; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "Mes Origines; Mémoires et Récits" by Frédéric Mistral is an autobiographical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores the author's childhood and formative experiences in the enchanting Provençal countryside, particularly focusing on his family and the traditions of rural life.   The opening of the work introduces the idyllic setting of the Alpilles mountains and the village of Maillane, painting a vibrant picture of the landscapes, customs, and family life that influenced Mistral's upbringing. Through nostalgic recollections, Mistral describes his parents, his grandparents, and the rustic ambiance of farm life, emphasizing the agrarian lifestyle and the rich cultural traditions of Provence. The narrative conveys a sense of warmth and humor, sharing anecdotes about childhood adventures with nature, family dynamics, and the unique characters in his community, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his heritage and identity throughout the memoir. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7012
ER  -