![]() ![]() ![]() Referring to documents from both of Joan’s trials, this book examines the first-person accounts of Joan, her family, and friends to develop as full a picture as possible of the real young woman and her life. Joan of Arc: A History by Helen CastorĪuthor Helen Castor, author of She-Wolves: the Women Who Ruled England Before Elizabeth, here turns her lens across the pond to explore Joan’s story. But despite the queen’s armies and spies, victory seemed out of reach…until Joan arrived on the scene. Yolande, like Joan, supported the French dauphin against his enemies. This book explores the possible connections between Joan and Yolande of Aragon, queen of Sicily. Joan of Arc Books for Adults The Maid and the Queen: The Secret History of Joan of Arc by Nancy Goldstone Following the co-creators’ previous works Outlaw: The Legend of Robin Hood and Excalibur: The Legend of King Arthur, this is a visually striking retelling of Joan’s legendary story. This graphic novel shares Joan’s story in a compelling mix of text and imagery. Messenger: The Legend of Joan of Arc by Tony Lee and Sam Hart ![]() In so doing, issues of gender, misogyny, and the peril of speaking truth to power are examined. These include the voices of her family and even the trees, clothes, cows, and candles of her childhood. Voices: The Final Hours of Joan of Arc by David ElliottĪlso written in verse, this book uses the voices of those who surround Joan to explore her story. ![]()
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