St. Joan of Arc

St. Joan of Arc: A Study of the Supernatural in Her Life and Mission (1925) by Chanoine Justin Rousseil argues that the life and achievements of Joan of Arc can only be fully understood by recognizing the supernatural experiences she claimed to receive. The book recounts her early visions of saints, her conviction that she was divinely chosen to save France during the Hundred Years' War, and her role in leading French forces to key victories and helping secure the coronation of Charles VII of France. Rousseil examines her capture, trial, and execution, arguing that the proceedings were politically motivated and misunderstood her mystical experiences. Overall, the work presents Joan as a deeply religious figure whose courage, leadership, and faith reflected what the author interprets as a genuine divine mission influencing historical events. Pages: 296 Author: Chanoine Justin Rousseil Translated by: Rev. Joseph Murphy, S.J. Year: 1925