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Jacques d'Arc

Joan's father, a farmer in Domremy.

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Also known as old Jacques d'Arc, Jacques

First appearance: Domremy Pillaged and Burned

Jacques d'Arc shows up with force in Book I: In Domremy. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Joan's father; a peasant farmer in Domremy.
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Jacques d'Arc first appears in 0011 v domremy pillaged and burned.

In When Wolves Ran Free in Paris: Joan's father; a peasant farmer in Domremy.

Later, in All Aflame with Love of France: Joan's father, who initially refuses to let the stranger eat and scolds Joan for her disobedience.

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MEMengetteJOJoan of ArcCVCharles VIIPCPierre CauchonMAManchonJDJacques d'Arc

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Key Figures in Joan's Campaign and Trial
  • Joan's Supporters and Allies
  • Protagonist

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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