Chronicles the experiences of the peasant girl who led a French army against the English, was burned at the stake for witchcraft, and became a saint.

Both a revered heroine and Catholic saint, Joan of Arc played a prominent part in the Hundred Years' War, and is remembered for her bravery both on and off the battlefield. In this title, students will discover the historical backdrop of the time in which Joan of Arc led the French army to victory, and will look at her continued prominence as both a religious and historical figure.

Explores the life of the patron saint of France from her birth, early childhood, to hearing the voice of the angel Michael and leading French armies against the English.

"David Elliott explores how Joan of Arc changed the course of history and remains a figure of fascination centuries after her extraordinary life and death in a fiery, evocative novel-in-verse."--Provided by publisher.

A biography about the young French woman who, inspired by voices, led the French army to victory over the English, was burned at the stake for witchcraft, and eventually was declared a saint.