IDENTITY
Mireille
Literature
Work Summary
An epic narrative poem set in Provence and centred on the tragic love of Mireille, a young woman from a prosperous farming family, and Vincent, a poorer basket-maker's son. Written in Provençal, the work combines romance with regional landscape, rural customs, folklore and a strong celebration of Provençal language and culture.
Evidence Summary
He also discusses Gounod's musical setting.
Documents partial literary engagement and cross-media awareness.
CONTEXT
Author / Source
Frédéric Mistral
Work
Mireille
Years / Period
3 Feb 1889
Van Gogh Relation
Discussed / Commented On
EVIDENCE
Key Quotation
CONNECTIONS
Evidence Trail
3 Feb 1889 — Letter 745
Read · Read in fragments / discussed
Van Gogh says he can only read Mireille in fragments of the translation.
Response: He also discusses Gounod's musical setting.
Connection: Documents partial literary engagement and cross-media awareness.
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Study Subject
Themes
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