Paperback
Discover the powerful and surprisingly moving masterpiece that Joan of Arc considered his greatest work — a richly researched and deeply compelling account of the life of one of the Church’s most beloved saints.
Though best known for his wit and satire, Mark Twain devoted more than a decade to researching the life of St. Joan of Arc, traveling to France, studying archival documents, and examining testimonies from both the French and English sides before writing this remarkable biography. The result is a vivid, reverent, and inspiring portrait of the Maid of Orléans told by one of America’s greatest storytellers.
Far from approaching Joan with cynicism, Twain presents her with profound admiration, highlighting:
her courage and purity
her unwavering faith
her heroic leadership
and her extraordinary mission in history
Written with warmth, dramatic storytelling, and careful historical attention, this volume offers readers a unique perspective on St. Joan’s life while also serving as a striking testimony to the enduring power and beauty of the saints.
Perfect for:
Catholic home libraries
high school students
classical education
saint studies
history lovers
and readers seeking heroic virtue and inspiration
Joan of Arc is both a fascinating historical narrative and a deeply memorable tribute to one of the most courageous young women the world has ever known.
Paperback
Discover the powerful and surprisingly moving masterpiece that Joan of Arc considered his greatest work — a richly researched and deeply compelling account of the life of one of the Church’s most beloved saints.
Though best known for his wit and satire, Mark Twain devoted more than a decade to researching the life of St. Joan of Arc, traveling to France, studying archival documents, and examining testimonies from both the French and English sides before writing this remarkable biography. The result is a vivid, reverent, and inspiring portrait of the Maid of Orléans told by one of America’s greatest storytellers.
Far from approaching Joan with cynicism, Twain presents her with profound admiration, highlighting:
her courage and purity
her unwavering faith
her heroic leadership
and her extraordinary mission in history
Written with warmth, dramatic storytelling, and careful historical attention, this volume offers readers a unique perspective on St. Joan’s life while also serving as a striking testimony to the enduring power and beauty of the saints.
Perfect for:
Catholic home libraries
high school students
classical education
saint studies
history lovers
and readers seeking heroic virtue and inspiration
Joan of Arc is both a fascinating historical narrative and a deeply memorable tribute to one of the most courageous young women the world has ever known.
