In an exquisite English translation from the bestselling French edition; Joan of Arc: Her Story now appears for American readers. From the French peasant girl who led an army to the icon burned at the stake; Joan has been a blank slate on which thousands have written. Pernoud and Clin clear away the myths so that modern readers can see Joan as she was and include a glossary of important individuals; historical events and interpretations of Joan through the ages. Joan of Arc: Her Story is the thrilling life of a woman who obsesses us even to this day.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Handy volumeBy mickThis is certainly subject material of a highly sensitive nature. It offers a succinct and revealing glimpse into the various methods by which prominent antebellum Southerners like John C. Calhoun; Alexander Stephens; and Roger Taney attempted to justify and defend their peculiar institution of African chattel slavery and also to maintain white supremacy.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. In light of the recent revelations in poor and inappropriate management of race relations around the country ...By AliceIn light of the recent revelations in poor and inappropriate management of race relations around the country I was seeking information on the historical defense of such police and judicial action. This book provides a thoughtful selection from historical sources including actual documents.Subsections include arguments based on religion and on the law; The appendices provides a chronology in the United States from 1619 to 1870.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. An important look at an important subjectBy JohnCicconeI thought this book was excellent. Slavery; despite its abolition a century and a half ago; and its legacy still have a powerful influence in American life. Particlarly interesting was Thomas Jefferson's contribution to the salvery's justification through his now infamous Notes on Virginia. A good read and important historical background.
