A gripping and powerful story of Joan of Arc's short but inspirational life fighting for freedom during the One Hundred Years War between France and England. Shaping a story from the original transcripts of Joan of Arc's trial before her death at the stake, Tony Lee portrays the extraordinary life of a young farm girl who becomes the leader of an army of men. Her story tells of a young woman who has an unflinching faith in God and in herself. It is also a story of someone prepared to risk everything in the battle for freedom and independence.

 

There are 112 pages in this book. This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2014 by Walker Books Ltd .

Tony Lee is a prolific comic books writer, having worked on the titles X-Men, Doctor Who magazine and Starship Troopers. He has also written for radio, television and national newspapers. He lives in Birmingham. Tony Lee is a prolific comic books writer, having worked on the titles X-Men, Doctor Who magazine and Starship Troopers. He has also written for radio, television and national newspapers. He lives in Birmingham. Sam Hart is a comic books illustrator, having worked on Starship Troopers and Brothers: The Fall of Lucifer. He lives in Brazil.