Why Joan?

By Eleanor Mercein Kelly

Book Overview

""Why Joan?"" by Eleanor Mercein Kelly is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Joan of Arc, a French peasant girl who became a military leader and a saint. The book follows Joan's life from her childhood in the small village of Domr�����my to her death at the hands of the English in Rouen. The novel explores Joan's motivations for her actions and the impact she had on the people of France during the Hundred Years' War. It also delves into the political and religious tensions of the time, as well as the gender and class barriers Joan faced as a woman from a humble background. Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, ""Why Joan?"" offers readers a glimpse into the life of one of history's most fascinating figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval history, women's history, or the story of Joan of Arc.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432671170
• ISBN13: 9781432671174
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"