Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Joan of Arc and Other Biographies is a book written by Jules Michelet, a French historian and philosopher. The book is a collection of biographies that includes the life story of Joan of Arc, a French heroine who played a significant role in the Hundred Years' War between France and England.The book begins with an introduction that provides an overview of Joan of Arc's life and her place in French history. The first section of the book is dedicated to Joan of Arc's life story, from her childhood to her trial and execution. The author provides a detailed account of Joan's visions, her military campaigns, and her eventual capture and trial by the English.The second section of the book includes biographies of other notable figures in French history, including Louis XI, Francois Villon, and Charles the Bold. Each biography provides a detailed account of the individual's life, accomplishments, and impact on French history.Throughout the book, the author uses vivid language and a storytelling style to bring the characters to life. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in French history, particularly the Hundred Years' War and the life of Joan of Arc.Other Biographies Include Gibbon's Life Of Mahomet, Bunsen's Life Of Martin Luther, And Macaulay's Life Of Frederick The Great.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.
