The Broken Soldier And The Maid Of France is a historical fiction novel written by Henry Van Dyke. The story is set during the Hundred Years' War and revolves around the characters of Pierre, a broken soldier, and Joan of Arc, the Maid of France. Pierre, a French soldier, is injured in battle and left to die. However, he is rescued by a group of nuns and taken to a nearby abbey where he is nursed back to health. During his recovery, he meets Joan of Arc, who is on a mission to lead the French army to victory against the English. Pierre is initially skeptical of Joan's divine mission, but as he spends more time with her and witnesses her bravery and determination, he begins to believe in her cause. Together, they embark on a journey to liberate France from English rule, facing numerous challenges and obstacles along the way. The novel explores themes of faith, courage, and the power of belief. It also offers a unique perspective on the historical figure of Joan of Arc, depicting her not only as a fearless warrior but also as a compassionate and empathetic leader. Overall, The Broken Soldier And The Maid Of France is a captivating and inspiring tale of two unlikely allies who come together to fight for a greater cause.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1919 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.