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Esteemed historian and broadcaster Helen Castor presents a riveting new perspective on the life of Joan of Arc. This masterful work of popular history strips away the iconic image to reveal a flesh-and-blood young woman, thrust into the heart of a brutal civil war that was tearing 15th-century France asunder.
Castor's narrative prowess brings to life a 19-year-old peasant girl who claims divine guidance, transforming herself into a formidable warrior leading armies to victory in an era when women were expected to remain on the sidelines. This is not merely a retelling of a familiar tale, but a meticulous examination of the origins of the Maid of Orleans myth, which began to take shape during her trial and eventual execution as a heretic.
With razor-sharp insight, Castor transports readers to the tumultuous medieval world, immersing them in the uncertainty and chaos of Joan's time. Her fresh approach illuminates the complex tapestry of characters surrounding Joan - from princes and bishops to soldiers and peasants - all grappling with the unpredictable tide of events. This gripping account offers a nuanced understanding of the woman who would, five centuries after her death at the stake, be canonised as a saint.
Book ISBN: | 9780571284634 |
Book Author: | Helen Castor |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Faber & Faber |
Book Publisher: | Faber & Faber |
Book Dimensions: | 197 x 129 x 23 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2015-07-05 |
Book Pagination: | 352 pages |
Book Weight: | 302g |
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