# Mirèio, a Provençal Poem

By Frédéric Mistral.

"Mirèio, a Provençal Poem" by Frédéric Mistral is a poem written in 1859. This twelve-canto epic tells the tragic story of Vincent and Mireille, two young Provençal lovers separated by social class. When Mireille's wealthy father rejects Vincent, a humble basketmaker, she embarks on a desperate journey across Provence's scorching landscape. Beyond its romantic tale, the poem serves as a celebration of Occitan language and Provençal culture, weaving in local legends and landmarks throughout its narrative. (Summary by Project Gutenberg, written by machine.)

- Language: English
- Translator: H. W. Preston
- Subjects: Occitan poetry -- Translations into English

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