Joan Of Arc (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162991085)

""Joan of Arc"" by Ronald Gower is a comprehensive biography of one of the most iconic figures in French history. The book covers the life and legacy of Joan of Arc, a peasant girl from the village of Domr�����my who became a military leader and ultimately a martyr during the Hundred Years' War between England and France. Gower delves into Joan's upbringing, her visions and voices that led her to believe she was chosen by God to lead the French army to victory, her military campaigns, her capture and trial for heresy, and her eventual execution at the stake. The book also explores the political and social context of Joan's time, including the tensions between the French and English, the role of the Church, and the attitudes towards women in medieval Europe. Gower draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Joan's own words from her trial, to provide a nuanced and detailed portrait of this complex historical figure. Overall, ""Joan of Arc"" is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in medieval history, military strategy, or women's studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Ronald Gower
ISBN-10: 1162991089
ISBN-13: 9781162991085
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 384
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.13lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.79d