Joan of Arc A Play in Five Acts

Jane Alice Sargant’s Joan of Arc: A Play in Five Acts brings the Maid of Orleans to life in a stirring 19th‑century historical drama that blends faith, patriotism, and stagecraft. Written with the earnest moral tone of its era, Sargant’s play follows Joan’s emergence from humble origins into a figure of divine conviction, depicting her visionary zeal, leadership amid war, the clash of political forces in medieval France, and the harrowing public trial that tests conscience and power. Rendered as a classical five‑act tragedy, the drama emphasizes themes of religious devotion, civic duty, and the costs of courage under scrutiny. Sargant’s language and structure reflect Victorian theatrical conventions, offering readers a period perspective on heroism, feminine agency, and national identity while preserving the ritual and rhetoric of the stage. Ideal for listeners who enjoy historical plays, classic literature, and dramatized biographies, this audiobook suits students of Joan of Arc, fans of historical drama, and anyone drawn to the moral intensity of courtroom and battlefield scenes without modern reinterpretation. Hear a nineteenth‑century voice illuminate a medieval icon—perfect for theatrical aficionados and history lovers seeking a dignified, dramatic retelling.