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Title: The Broken Soldier and the Maid of France

Note: Reading ease score: 94.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Michael Gray (Lost_Gamer@comcast.net)

Summary: "The Broken Soldier and the Maid of France" by Henry Van Dyke is a poignant literary work written during the early 20th century. This book merges elements of fiction and philosophical reflection, exploring the themes of courage, redemption, and the power of faith against the backdrop of World War I. It poignantly captures the psychological struggles of soldiers during a time of deep national crisis. The story revolves around Pierre Duval, a weary soldier, who grapples with the trauma of war and his feelings of cowardice after being wounded. He meets Father Antoine Courcy, a priest determined to offer him guidance and hope tied to the legacy of Joan of Arc, a symbol of courage and sacrifice for France. As Duval confronts his fears and failures, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, visiting places significant to Joan’s life and ultimately finding the strength to return to his duty. Through this encounter, the narrative weaves a powerful journey of healing and the imperative to rise above one’s fears in service of a greater cause. The book emphasizes that redemption is possible through personal sacrifice and the belief in one’s purpose amidst chaos and despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933

Illustrator: Schoonover, Frank E., 1877-1972

EBook No.: 15978

Published: Jun 3, 2005

Downloads: 118

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Broken Soldier and the Maid of France

Note: Reading ease score: 94.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Michael Gray (Lost_Gamer@comcast.net)

Summary: "The Broken Soldier and the Maid of France" by Henry Van Dyke is a poignant literary work written during the early 20th century. This book merges elements of fiction and philosophical reflection, exploring the themes of courage, redemption, and the power of faith against the backdrop of World War I. It poignantly captures the psychological struggles of soldiers during a time of deep national crisis. The story revolves around Pierre Duval, a weary soldier, who grapples with the trauma of war and his feelings of cowardice after being wounded. He meets Father Antoine Courcy, a priest determined to offer him guidance and hope tied to the legacy of Joan of Arc, a symbol of courage and sacrifice for France. As Duval confronts his fears and failures, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, visiting places significant to Joan’s life and ultimately finding the strength to return to his duty. Through this encounter, the narrative weaves a powerful journey of healing and the imperative to rise above one’s fears in service of a greater cause. The book emphasizes that redemption is possible through personal sacrifice and the belief in one’s purpose amidst chaos and despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933

Illustrator: Schoonover, Frank E., 1877-1972

EBook No.: 15978

Published: Jun 3, 2005

Downloads: 118

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.