Letters from My Windmill

Interesting Facts

• The book consists of a series of stories written in the form of letters that the author sends to his friends.
• The windmill mentioned in the book actually existed and was located in Provence, where Daudet lived for some time.
• The stories in the book cover various aspects of life in Provence, including local customs, nature, and people.
• One of the most famous stories in the book is «The Girl from Arles», which was later adapted for theater and opera.
• The book was first published in 1869 and quickly gained popularity due to its picturesque style and warm humor.
• Many stories in the book are based on real events and people whom Daudet knew personally.