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Andrew Lang

Author of a biography of Joan of Arc.

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Also known as Andrew, Lang

First appearance: The Maid in Literature

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Mentioned as a biographer of Joan who reacted against Anatole France's skeptical Life, defending Joan's military and political ability as a straightforward fact, and writing a…
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JOJoan of ArcMTMark TwainPCPeter CauchonKCKing Charles VIIDUDunoisALAndrew Lang

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  • Historical and Comparative Figures
  • Protagonist
  • Joan's Adversaries and Judges

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