Joan of Arc

Written and illustrated by Diane Stanley

A young girl rises to lead a nation against invaders, becoming a symbol of courage and sacrifice.

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48 pages· 8,001 words· Est. 1 hour read-aloud· 980L

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Bookroo's summary

In the midst of the Hundred Years' War, a thirteen-year-old village girl emerges as an unlikely leader, destined to guide France to freedom from English rule. Her journey is one of vision, bravery, and fierce determination, culminating in a legacy of national pride and tragic martyrdom. As she navigates the treacherous path of war and politics, will her courage be enough to change the course of history? Discover the story of a girl whose spirit defied the odds and became a beacon of hope for a nation.

From the publisher

Against the fascinating tapestry of Frances history during the Hundred Years’ War, Diane Stanley unfolds the story of the simple thirteen-year-old village girl who in Just a few years would lead France to independence from English rule, and thus become a symbol of France’s national pride. It is a story of vision and bravery, fierce determination, and tragic martyrdom. Diane Stanley’s extraordinary gift to present historical information in an accessible and child-friendly format has never been more impressive, nor her skillful, beautifully realized illustrations (here imitating medieval illuminated manuscripts) more exquisite.

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