Frédéric Mistral
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Frédéric Mistral
The Nobel Prize in Literature 1904
Born: 8 September 1830, Maillane, France
Died: 25 March 1914, Maillane, France
Residence at the time of the award: France
Prize motivation: "in recognition of the fresh originality and true inspiration of his poetic production, which faithfully reflects the natural scenery and native spirit of his people, and, in addition, his significant work as a Provençal philologist."
Language: Occitan
Prize share: 1/2
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