02344cam a22003373u 4500 17293 UtSlPG 20260610133414.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PC Downer, Charles Alfred, 1866-1930 Frédéric Mistral : Poet and Leader in Provence Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-12-12 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Juliet Sutherland, Taavi Kalju and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. "Frédéric Mistral" by Charles Alfred Downer is a scholarly work focused on the life and poetry of the notable Provençal poet, Frédéric Mistral, written in the early 20th century. The text explores Mistral's integral role in the revival of the Provençal language and literature, along with his contributions to the Félibrige movement, which aimed to promote Provençal culture and identity. The opening of this study introduces Mistral's significance as a leader in the 19th-century Provençal renaissance, illustrating his personal journey and the cultural context in which he operated. It elaborates on the revival of Provençal as a literary language and Mistral's pivotal influence on this movement, highlighting his relationships with contemporaries and his determination to see the language thrive. Additionally, it touches upon Mistral's humble origins, his early love for the Provençal dialect, and the various literary efforts he undertook to elevate its status, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of his work and the impact it had on both the local populace and the broader French literary landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Mistral, Frédéric, 1830-1914 Poets, Occitan -- 19th century -- Biography Lexicographers -- France -- Biography Provence (France) -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17293 58681 58681