Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc Volume 1

The novel is presented as the memoirs of Joan of Arc's fictional page and secretary Sieur Louis de Conte who narrates the life story of Joan of Arc the famous French heroine who played a significant role during the Hundred Years' War between France and England in the 15th century. The story is divided into three volumes with Volume 1 covering Joan's early years and her journey from her small village to becoming a pivotal figure in the French military campaign against the English.Mark Twain's portrayal of Joan of Arc is notable for its reverence and admiration. He presents her as a devout and courageous young woman who believed she had a divine mission to free France from English domination. Twain conducted extensive research into the historical background of Joan of Arc's life and the events of the time aiming to present an accurate and sympathetic portrayal of her.While Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc is less well-known than some of Twain's more famous works like The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn or The Adventures of Tom Sawyer it is regarded as a departure from his usual style and is often praised for its historical accuracy and its sympathetic portrayal of its central character. Twain considered it to be his best and most important work reflecting his deep admiration for Joan of Arc and his fascination with her remarkable story.