Offers a fictional account of the 15th century saint as a paragon of honesty, unselfishness, and innocence.
Introduction by Justin Kaplan. Afterword by Susan K. Harris.
Read & Co. Classics is proudly republishing this fantastic novel now in a new edition complete with a specially-commissioned biography of the author.
In one respect she was treated worse than a felon; for whereas she was on her way to be sentenced by the civil arm, she already bore her judgment inscribed in advance upon a miter-shaped cap which she wore: HERETIC, RELAPSED, APOSTATE, ...
Since 1896, the original novel of Joan of Arc has been reprinted again and again, proving that its themes of determination, friendship and sacrifice are still relevant in today's modern world.
Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc
The work is fictionally presented as a translation from the manuscript by Jean Francois Alden, or, in the words of the published book, -Freely Translated out of the Ancient French into Modern English from the Original Unpublished Manuscript ...
The work is fictionally presented as a translation from the manuscript by Jean Francois Alden, or, in the words of the published book, "Freely Translated out of the Ancient French into Modern English from the Original Unpublished Manuscript ...
The novel is divided into three sections according to Joan of Arc's development: a youth in Domrémy, a commander of the army of Charles VII of France, and a defendant at trial in Rouen.The novel was first published as a serialization in ...
A serious, impassioned, meticulously researched story about a compelling heroine, the Maid of Orleans, Twain viewed the work both as a bid to be accepted as a serious writer and as a gift of love to his favorite daughter, Susy, who would ...
This eBook version of Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc, Volume 1;presents the full text of this literary classic.
I, THE SIEUR LOUIS DE CONTE, was born in Neufchateau, on the 6th of January, 1410; that is to say, exactly two years before Joan of Arc was born in Domremy.
Volume 2 of 2. Mark Twain's Historical Novel on the life of Joan of Arc.
This edition contains many of the fine drawings that had appeared in the periodical. (From "A Centennial For Tom Sawyer")
We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive classic literature collection. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work.
A fictional biography told as if written by Saint Joan's page and secretary. He relates Joan's brief life and stormy career with understanding and admiration that grew after her death.
Volume 1 of 2. Mark Twain's Historical Novel on the life of Joan of Arc.
This is Twain's celebration of the ideal woman: gentle, selfless, and pure, but also brave, courageous, and eloquent.
I, THE SIEUR LOUIS DE CONTE, was born in Neufchateau, on the 6th of January, 1410; that is to say, exactly two years before Joan of Arc was born in Domremy.
An often overlooked masterpiece of historical fiction by the same author who brought us beloved classics such as The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn, here is Mark Twain’s last completed novel—a work of lifelong fascination ...