The Language of Fire: Joan of Arc Reimagined (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780062490117)

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.

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.

Jehanne was an illiterate peasant, never quite at home among her siblings and peers. Until one day, she hears a voice call to her, telling her she is destined for important things. She begins to understand that she has been called by God, chosen for a higher purpose--to save France.

Through sheer determination and incredible courage, Jehanne becomes the unlikeliest of heroes. She runs away from home, dresses in men's clothes, and convinces an army that she will lead France to victory.

As a girl in a man's world, at a time when women truly had no power, Jehanne faced constant threats and violence from the men around her. Despite the impossible odds, Jehanne became a fearless warrior who has inspired generations.

Author: Stephanie Hemphill
ISBN-10: 0062490117
ISBN-13: 9780062490117
Publisher: Balzer & Bray/Harperteen
Language: English
Published: 06/11/2019
Pages: 512
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.26lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.90w x 1.60d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2019
Booklist 05/01/2019 pg. 83
Publishers Weekly 05/13/2019
School Library Journal 06/01/2019 pg. 79
Horn Book Magazine 09/01/2019 pg. 88
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2019 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style