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Blood Red, Sister Rose

By Thomas Keneally
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Thomas Keneally reimagines the legend of Joan of Arc, portraying her as a fierce radical, instinctive soldier, persistent prophet, and vulnerable young woman. This compelling narrative explores the complexities of Joan's character against the backdrop of the brutal, turbulent era she lived in, offering a fresh perspective on a timeless historical figure.
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This novel is ideal for readers interested in historical fiction, powerful character studies, and retellings of legendary figures. Fans of literary explorations of complex female protagonists and historical drama will find this book particularly engaging.

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A remarkable reappraisal of Joan of Arc and her legendary deeds.

A remarkable reappraisal of Joan of Arc and her legendary deeds.

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The story of Joan of Arc has always held a special fascination for writers - among them Voltaire, Mark Twain, George Bernard Shaw and Jean Anouilh. Here Thomas Keneally transforms the legend, presenting a Joan who is at once a tough radical, an instinctive soldier, a nagging prophet and a touchingly vulnerable girl - a haunting and compelling heroine framed by the tumultuous times in which she lived.

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Blood Red, Sister Rose has been praised for its vivid historical detail and powerful storytelling. The Times calls Keneally a 'great storyteller,' while the Sunday Times highlights the fresh intensity of the familiar tragedy. The Financial Times commends the novel's rich depiction of a time filled with hypocrisy and madness, and the Guardian finds the portrayal both fictionally and spiritually fulfilling. The Sunday Telegraph notes the excitement and authority in Keneally's tense, sinewy prose.

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ISBN: 9780340546512

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sceptre

Edition: 2nd edition

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 448

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About the Author

Thomas Keneally began his writing career in 1964 and has published more than thirty novels since. They include Schindler's Ark, which won the Booker Prize in 1982 and was subsequently made into the film Schindler's List, and The Chant Of Jimmie Blacksmith, Confederates and Gossip From The Forest, each of which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize. He has also written several works of non-fiction, including his memoir Homebush Boy, Searching for Schindler and Australians. He is married with two daughters and lives in Sydney.

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