2012 Release: The Maid and the Queen: The Secret History of Joan of Arc by Nancy Goldstone

I am super excited about this release as I really enjoyed Nancy Goldstone's non-fiction work The Four Queens.  What do you think, will you be reading?!

by Nancy Goldstone

Release Date:  March 29, 2012

SYNOPSIS

Politically astute, ambitious, and beautiful, Yolande of Aragon, queen of Sicily, was one of the most powerful women of the Middle Ages. Caught in the complex dynastic battle of the Hundred Years War, Yolande championed the dauphin’s cause against the forces of England and Burgundy, drawing on her savvy, her statecraft, and her intimate network of spies. But the enemy seemed invincible. Just as French hopes dimmed, an astonishingly courageous young woman named Joan of Arc arrived from the farthest recesses of the kingdom, claiming she carried a divine message—a message that would change the course of history and ultimately lead to the coronation of Charles VII and the triumph of France.

Now, on the six hundredth anniversary of the birth of Joan of Arc, this fascinating book explores the relationship between these two remarkable women, and deepens our understanding of this dramatic period in history. How did an illiterate peasant girl gain access to the future king of France, earn his trust, and ultimately lead his forces into battle? Was it only the hand of God that moved Joan of Arc—or was it also Yolande of Aragon?


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14 comments:

  1. It sounds wonderful I think that Joan of Arc is becoming quite a popular heroine lately

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  2. Its a wonderfully interesting concept that Joan was guided by others. I can't wait to read this one. And Joan is quite the popular girl these days.

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  3. I'm excited to read this! I've been wanting to read more historical fiction on Joan of Arc. This sounds like a good place to start.

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  4. I am a huge fan of Joan of Arc, so I will definitely be reading this one! Sounds very interesting :o)

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  5. I can not wait!! This looks so amazing...

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  6. I have a sneaking suspicion I know where this book is going. No doubt it's going to be like the book the Virgin Warrior. I've read a ton of books on Joan's life. I'll have to wait and see if I'll take the bait on this one. I am, however, pleased that Joan is getting the spotlight.

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  7. She is so fascinating. I've learned so much about her recently, can't wait to read this and learn more.

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  8. I recently finished The Maid by Kimberly Cutter, and now I am very keen to read more on St Joan! Looking forward to this one. :)
    ~S.

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  9. I have read quite a few Joan of Arc books and this sounds like a slightly different twist.. I'm def interested. Thanks for bringing this to our attention.

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  10. So many novels have been written about Joan of Arc, however, as hers is such a fascinating story, I don't anyone could be tired of reading about her.

    Connie Fischer
    conniecape@aol.com

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  11. Ok I'm confused. Is this fiction or nonfiction?

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  12. I can't wait until the book is released. I just read Queen by Right and found a very interesting connection between Proud Cis and Joan of Arc!!

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  13. I'm totally reading this, only because it's about Joan of Arc!

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