Despite the impossible odds, Jehanne became a fearless warrior who has inspired generations. As a girl in a mans world, at a time when women truly had no power, Jehanne faced constant threats and violence from the men around her. She runs away from home, dresses in mens clothes, and convinces an army that she will lead France to victory. Through sheer determination and incredible courage, Jehanne becomes the unlikeliest of heroes. She begins to understand that she has been called by God, chosen for a higher purpose-to save France. Until one day, she hears a voice call to her, telling her she is destined for important things. Jehanne was an illiterate peasant, never quite at home among her siblings and peers. This extraordinary verse novel from award-winning author Stephanie Hemphill dares to imagine how an ordinary girl became a great leader, and ultimately saved a nation. Book Synopsis The Language of Fire is a lyrical, dark, and moving look at the life of Joan of Arc, who as a teen girl in the fifteenth century commanded an army and helped crown a king of France. About the Book This extraordinary verse novel from the Printz Honor-winning author of Sylvia: A Verse Portrait of Sylvia Plath dares to reimagine the life of Joan of Arc, who as a teen girl in the 15th century commanded an army and helped crown a king of France.
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