La Pucelle V2: The Maid Of Orleans (1899)

By Arquet De Voltaire and Voltaire

Book Overview

La Pucelle V2: The Maid Of Orleans is a historical novel written by the renowned French philosopher and writer Voltaire, in collaboration with Arquet De. The novel tells the story of Joan of Arc, the young French peasant girl who led the French army to victory against the English during the Hundred Years' War. The novel is divided into two volumes, with the second volume continuing the story of Joan of Arc and her eventual capture and execution. The novel is written in a satirical and humorous tone, with Voltaire poking fun at the religious and political institutions of his time. Throughout the novel, Voltaire explores themes of religious fanaticism, political corruption, and the power of the individual to affect change in society. The novel is a critical commentary on the societal norms and values of the time, and it remains a significant work of literature to this day. La Pucelle V2: The Maid Of Orleans is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, French literature, or the life and legacy of Joan of Arc. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its wit, humor, and insightful commentary on human nature.Also Translated By Ernest Christopher Dowson. In Two Volumes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164165798
• ISBN13: 9781164165798
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"