The Story of Joan of Arc, Andrew Lang
The Story of Joan of Arc, Andrew Lang
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The Story of Joan of Arc

Author: Andrew Lang

Narrator: Emily Foster

Unabridged: 1 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Ink and Marble

Published: 03/03/2026


Synopsis

A peasant girl hears a call, and the fate of a nation shifts.In The Story of Joan of Arc, Andrew Lang recounts the life of the Maid of Orleans with clear storytelling and a strong sense of wonder, drawing listeners into the world of medieval France and the long struggle of the Hundred Years War. This short historical biography follows Joan from her humble origins to her rise as a symbol of courage, faith, and leadership, while keeping the focus on the human drama behind the legend.Written in an accessible classic history style, this audiobook blends inspiring narrative with thoughtful reflection on how myths are made and how history is argued. It is an ideal listen for anyone interested in Joan of Arc, French history, saints and visionaries, medieval warfare, and the power of conviction in the face of doubt. Whether you come for a heroic life story, a concise introduction to a pivotal moment in European history, or a vivid portrait of a young woman who changes the course of events, this biography offers a gripping and memorable experience.Press play and step into the story of a voice, a banner, and a turning point.

About Andrew Lang

Andrew Lang (1844–1912), Scottish man of letters educated at the Edinburgh Academy, St. Andrews, and Balliol College, Oxford, became a prolific and versatile London journalist. He took a leading part in the controversy with Max Müller and his school about the interpretation of mythology and folk tales. He published several volumes of verse and several solid contributions to the study of the philosophy and religion of primitive man. He also wrote the four-volume History of Scotland, A History of English Literature, and many fairy-tale collections, as well as works on Homer, Joan of Arc, Scott, Lockhart, Mary Stuart, John Knox, Prince Charlie, Tennyson, and others.


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