Joan of Arc and Sacrificial Authorship

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• Ann W. Astell

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• 304 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Esoterik & Religion

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Exploring the portrayal of Joan of Arc, this study highlights how modern authors identify with her as a symbol of the artist's struggle in a decaying cultural landscape. Drawing on theories from notable thinkers, Astell examines the works of various writers, revealing how Joan's identity as a peasant woman resonates with their experiences as outsiders. The narrative of her condemnation and martyrdom reflects artists' anxieties, while her miraculous victories inspire them to seek a sacred status in the literary world. This comprehensive analysis underscores the relevance of medieval themes in contemporary self-understanding.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2003
• Einband: Paperback