Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc — Volume 2, e-text By: Mark Twain (1835-1911)
In this second volume of Mark Twain's "Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc," readers are taken on a captivating journey through the life and trials of one of history's most enigmatic figures. Twain masterfully weaves together historical facts with his own unique storytelling abilities to bring Joan of Arc to life on the pages. The reader is immediately drawn into the world of medieval France, where Joan's unwavering faith and bravery shine through amidst the chaos of war and political turmoil. Twain's portrayal of Joan as a strong, courageous young woman who defies societal norms and stands up for her beliefs is both inspiring and heartbreaking. The vivid descriptions of battles, court intrigues, and Joan's interactions with figures such as Charles VII and the Duke of Burgundy transport the reader back in time and create a rich tapestry of the historical period. Overall, Twain's second volume of "Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc" is a gripping and thought-provoking read that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who embarks on this literary journey. First Page: PERSONAL RECOLLECTIONS OF JOAN OF ARC VOLUME 2 (of 2) by Mark Twain PERSONAL RECOLLECTIONS OF JOAN OF ARC by The Sieur Louis De Conte (her page and secretary) In Two Volumes Freely translated out of the ancient French into modern English from the original unpublished manuscript in the National Archives of France Contents PERSONAL RECOLLECTIONS OF JOAN OF ARC BOOK II IN COURT AND CAMP (Continued) 28 Joan Foretells Her Doom 29 Fierce Talbot Reconsiders 30 The Red Field of Patay 31 France Begins to Live Again 32 The Joyous News Flies Fast 33 Joan's Five Great Deeds 34 The Jests of the Burgundians 35 The Heir of France is Crowned 36 Joan Hears News from Home 37 Again to Arms 38 The King Cries "Forward!" 39 We Win, But the King Balks 40 Treachery Conquers Joan 41 The Maid Will March No More BOOK III TRIAL AND MARTYRDOM 1 The Maid in Chains 2 Joan Sold to the English 3 Weaving the Net About Her 4 All Ready to Condemn 5 Fifty Experts Against a Novice 6 The Maid Baffles Her Persecutors 7 Craft That Was in Vain 8 Joan Tells of Her Visions 9 Her Sure Deliverance Foretold 10 The Inquisitors at Their Wits' End 11 The Court Reorganized for Assassination 12 Joan's Master Stroke Diverted 13 The Third Trial Fails 14 Joan Struggles with Her Twelve Lies 15 Undaunted by Threat of Burning 16 Joan Stands Defiant Before the Rack 17 Supreme in Direst Peril 18 Condemned Yet Unafraid 19 Our Last Hopes of Rescue Fail 20 The Betrayal 21 Respited Only for Torture 22 Joan Gives the Fatal Answer 23 The Time Is at Hand 24 Joan the Martyr CONCLUSION BOOK II IN COURT AND CAMP (Continued) 28 Joan Foretells Her Doom THE TROOPS must have a rest... Continue reading book >>

Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc — Volume 2, e-text By: Mark Twain (1835-1911)

In this second volume of Mark Twain's "Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc," readers are taken on a captivating journey through the life and trials of one of history's most enigmatic figures. Twain masterfully weaves together historical facts with his own unique storytelling abilities to bring Joan of Arc to life on the pages.

The reader is immediately drawn into the world of medieval France, where Joan's unwavering faith and bravery shine through amidst the chaos of war and political turmoil. Twain's portrayal of Joan as a strong, courageous young woman who defies societal norms and stands up for her beliefs is both inspiring and heartbreaking.

The vivid descriptions of battles, court intrigues, and Joan's interactions with figures such as Charles VII and the Duke of Burgundy transport the reader back in time and create a rich tapestry of the historical period.

Overall, Twain's second volume of "Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc" is a gripping and thought-provoking read that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who embarks on this literary journey.

First Page:

PERSONAL RECOLLECTIONS OF

JOAN OF ARC

VOLUME 2 (of 2)

by Mark Twain

PERSONAL RECOLLECTIONS OF JOAN OF ARC

by The Sieur Louis De Conte

(her page and secretary)

In Two Volumes Freely translated out of the ancient French into modern English from the original unpublished manuscript in the National Archives of France

Contents

PERSONAL RECOLLECTIONS OF JOAN OF ARC

BOOK II IN COURT AND CAMP (Continued)

28 Joan Foretells Her Doom

29 Fierce Talbot Reconsiders

30 The Red Field of Patay

31 France Begins to Live Again

32 The Joyous News Flies Fast

33 Joan's Five Great Deeds

34 The Jests of the Burgundians

35 The Heir of France is Crowned

36 Joan Hears News from Home

37 Again to Arms

38 The King Cries "Forward!"

39 We Win, But the King Balks

40 Treachery Conquers Joan

41 The Maid Will March No More

BOOK III TRIAL AND MARTYRDOM

1 The Maid in Chains

2 Joan Sold to the English

3 Weaving the Net About Her

4 All Ready to Condemn

5 Fifty Experts Against a Novice

6 The Maid Baffles Her Persecutors

7 Craft That Was in Vain

8 Joan Tells of Her Visions

9 Her Sure Deliverance Foretold

10 The Inquisitors at Their Wits' End

11 The Court Reorganized for Assassination

12 Joan's Master Stroke Diverted

13 The Third Trial Fails

14 Joan Struggles with Her Twelve Lies

15 Undaunted by Threat of Burning

16 Joan Stands Defiant Before the Rack

17 Supreme in Direst Peril

18 Condemned Yet Unafraid

19 Our Last Hopes of Rescue Fail

20 The Betrayal

21 Respited Only for Torture

22 Joan Gives the Fatal Answer

23 The Time Is at Hand

24 Joan the Martyr

CONCLUSION

BOOK II IN COURT AND CAMP (Continued)

28 Joan Foretells Her Doom

THE TROOPS must have a rest... Continue reading book >>

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