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This paper compares Mark Twain's novel and the 2002 CBS miniseries version of the story of Joan of Arc. It discusses other versions emphasizing historical inaccuracies and the importance of the subject.

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"In recent years many film adaptations of the life of Joan of Arc have been attempted and presented. All of these are of course very entertaining but perhaps let a little slide in the way of accuracy. The most recent attempt in this regard was a CBS miniseries that aired in and starred a young actress by the name of Lelee Sobieski as the St. Joan of Arc. In the aspect of character development this film was very convincing-more ..."

Tags:joan of arc, mark twain, miniseries

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The following paper looks at the controversy over the Tilted Arc sculpture produced by William Serra - a work that sparked an acrimonious row between the arts and non-arts crowd throughout most of the 1980s and which continues to resonate today. The paper offers a serviceable definition of art (as well as examination of who has the right to determine what is, and what is not, genuine art) and looks at the history of the artwork and what it seems artist William Serra had in mind when he created it.

From the Paper
"Most of all, though, the paper will look at the controversy and the important issues it raises; a few final passages will be devoted to this writer's perception of the conflict and whether the issue resolved itself satisfactorily. In the end, Serra bartered away his rights - but it is highly debatable whether his work was "art" in any case."

Tags:tilted, arc, art

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The paper discusses how Gustave Flaubert's "Madame Bovary", is set in the French city of Rouen, the location in which Joan of Arc was put on trial and burned at the stake, and hence, many have posited that Joan of Arc inspired Gustave when he wrote the novel and created the character of Emma. The paper shows how the setting of the story and the life of Emma informs the perceptive reader that Flaubert's inspiration came in the form of the young woman, Joan, who became a saint due to her bravery in battle and her subsequent execution for suspected heresy and witchcraft. The paper asserts that although Emma was not a great leader nor did she lead massive armies to battle, she was courageous in her own right, defying the mores of the day. The paper points out that some may find the influence of Joan ironic, since Emma Bovary was an adulterous woman and Joan of Arc was devoutly religious and chaste.

From the Paper
"Gustave Flaubert's "Madame Bovary", is set in the French city of Rouen, the location in which Joan of Arc was put on trial and burned at the stake. Hence, many have posited that Joan of Arc inspired Gustave when he wrote..."

Tags:joan, bovary, compare

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In this article, the writer discusses that the "Joan of Arc", painted by the French artist Jules Bastien-Lepage, during the Impressionist era in 1879, reflects the artist's belief that art should depict nature's truth. The writer points out that Bastien Lepage's views, which made very specific and clear observations about existence and life, made his work both distinctive and unique. This essay critiques Jules Bastien-Lepage's 'Joan of Arc' through analyzing the painting's composition, which included line, form, balance, repetition, and focal point. Some discussion is then given to the artist's use of color and texture, while reflecting on the suggestion of space. Finally, the paper concludes with a personal consideration of this 19th century masterpiece.

Outline:
Introduction
Joan of Arc - A Mystic Euphoric
Conclusion

From the Paper
"When first viewing this picture, it would that Jules Bastien-Lepage created a realistic scene: A beautiful stone cottage, so typical of those throughout the French countryside, which is surrounded by a delightful working garden filled with fruit, vegetables, and flowers. Towards the left side of the painting, stands an old, gnarled apple tree, while to its right, stands a young peasant girl. Behind her, however, and just in front of the cottage, hovers the supernatural presence of three spiritual beings. Their transparent bodies almost blending with the cottage walls and the garden, they stare down at the young Joan of Arc, who, it would appear, is listening to something."

Tags:Impressionist, texture, cottage, peasant, girl

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This paper examines how Joan of Arc has been the subject of much controversy as well as national pride and honor for centuries and how this controversial historical figure has been labeled many things such as heretic, witch, martyr, warrior, and saint. The paper discusses why it took nearly 500 years for Joan of Arc to be beautified and eventually granted sainthood by the Catholic Church and how over much of this time her legacy and deeds were confused with other historical figures or misconstrued as acts of aggression or violence.

Outline:
Legend and Myth
Downfall and Legacy
Joan as Saint and Symbol
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Joan of Arc was a very complex historical figure but over the past 500 years she has gained attention as not only a woman warrior but as a religious visionary and leader (Richey, 8). Ridiculed during her time and put upon an historical and cultural pedestal after her death at nineteen years old, the story of the personality known as Joan of Arc is as complex and interesting as the history of France and England themselves. Joan grew up in an unassuming French village and, at the age of 12, began to describe her visions of many of the Catholic Saints (Taylor, 14). She also described in detail the future battles she was to be a part of and the eventual success of the French army in defeating the English, which occurred historically nearly a generation after her death. It is for these visions that Joan was first recognized as a possible medium to the divine, but these same visions also led to her persecution and downfall."

Tags:Catholic, Church, Pope, beautification, canonization

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The paper discusses how Joan of Arc has been made a canonized Catholic saint, portrayed by writers as a victim of persecution, been hailed a feminist military leader, and even diagnosed posthumously as a schizophrenic. The paper explains that the authors of "Joan of Arc, Her Story" strive to provide a lay reader with access to the documents that show Joan as she was, allowing history and the reader's imagination to judge her legacy. The paper describes the three sections of which the book is comprised.

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"The young French girl Joan of Arc only lived to see her 19th birthday. She did not even attain the age of adulthood by the modest standards of her own era. Yet Joan's brief life has spawned many historical and literary interpretations, often reaching far beyond the touchingly simple facts known about her actual existence. Joan has been made a canonized Catholic saint, portrayed by writers as a victim of persecution by one of the earliest known political witch hunts, been hailed a feminist military leader, and even diagnosed posthumously as a schizophrenic. In Joan of Arc, Her Story by Regine Pernoud and co-author Marie-Vbronique Clin, the authors attempt to let Joan speak for herself in the extant historical documents of the period."

Tags:dauphin, Charles, sainthood, martyrdom, trial

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This paper studies the life and story of the 15th century Joan of Arc, one of the most famous Catholic saints. The paper begins with a description of the loving family and humble life Joan was born into. The paper next gives a detailed recounting of how Joan came to be a leader in military battles. The paper next turns to Joan's trial, at which she was condemned to death by burning at the stake. The paper concludes with a brief assessment of Joan of Arc's impact on history, mentioning that her conviction was overturned twenty-five years after her death.

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"Though she was a mere peasant girl who only lived to be nineteen years old, Joan of Arc remains one of the most famous and beloved Catholic saints. Her story is one that is mysterious and inspirational though it ended tragically with her execution at the hands of English forces. To the astonishment of rulers throughout Europe, Joan led the resurgence of French forces at a time when an English victory was close to inevitable. She led the way for the coronation of Charles VII at thus decisively weakening the claims of the English favored Henry VI. Even though the English executed her the next year, they would never reverse the French military resurgence that she inspired. Though modern historians give her only minor credit for the actual victories, she the resurgence she inspired led to the end of the Hundred Years War with nearly a complete expulsion of the English from French soil in 1453. In this way, Joan of Arc remains an important historical figure."

Tags:French, English, military, saint, Christian, Catholic, Burgundi, execution, burned, at, stake

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The paper describes Joan of Arc's claims of voices and visions which told her to save Orleans from the English. The paper looks at the battles she led against the English and her successes and setbacks. The paper describes her capture by the English and her trial and death. The paper shows how during her short life, Joan of Arc was not considered as someone who deserved to be named in the pages of history, but since her death she is considered a true patriot.

From the Paper
"According to Elizabeth Lucie-Smith, in 1428, an illiterate shepherdess of seventeen decided she had been called by God to save her native France by expelling the English invaders who viewed this French rebel as a witch sent by the devil to be their ruination" (34). This "foul fiend of France and hag of all despised" was Joan of Arc, born around 1412 in the village of Domremy on the River Meuse in eastern Champagne. As a young girl, Joan worked as a farmhand and during her time away from this lowly occupation, she spent hours in the local parish church, where she prayed for her salvation. Some scholars support the idea that Joan saw visions in this church and at the age of thirteen heard voices which told her to save Orleans."

Tags:Maid, of, Orleans, Dauphin, Charles, British, trial, execution

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The paper provides a review of the relevant literature to determine how Joan of Arc's spiritual and military leadership helped to inspire a demoralized king and nation to rise up against the English. The paper illustrates the profound impact she had inspite of her lack of any other credentials besides her conviction that she was divinely inspired. The paper emphasizes how Joan of Arc truly believed that she heard the voices of angels and saints and she believed it with sufficient conviction that she was able to convince others of her destiny.

Outline:
Introduction
Review and Analysis
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Few young women in history have attracted as much attention from the historians as Joan of Arc. According to Dumas (1970), "There are few people nowadays who would dispute the spiritual stature of Joan of Arc, one of the most remarkable women who has ever lived, although over five centuries after her death there is still no common agreement as to the exact nature and source of her inspiration." History has shown that some people, though, do not need for anyone to agree as to the source of inspiration when it comes to the mind of God. Indeed, the daily suicide bombings in Afghanistan and Iraq are proof-positive that when some people believe they truly know God's will, they will go to any ends to achieve it."

Tags:inspiration, convictions, spirituality, witch, angels, saints

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The paper discusses the many factors which led to the execution of Joan of Arc by the British after she succeeded in driving them out of France during the Hundred Year War. The paper shows that many believed that she succeeded by the will of God and the mysticism movement of the time is also examined. The paper also shows that the issues that led to her execution ultimately involved the church, politics, and her popularity as a possible martyr.

From the Paper
""The voice told me that it is God's will to deliver the people of France from the calamity that is upon them" (Trask 25). The voices are those of Saint Catharine and Saint Margaret. They counseled Joan of Arc during the end of Hundred Years War. The Hundred Year War consisted of many smaller battles that drove the English out of France (Lerner 381). It is believed by many that Joan of Arc drove the English out of France by the will of God. The Duke of Burgundy captured Joan and sold her to the English, who took her back to England, where she was tried by the church for witchcraft and heresy. Joan of Arc's death suggested that many issues contributed to her execution."

Tags:history, Saint, Catharine, Margaret, army, Charles, VII, Duke, of, Burgundy, medieval