02201cam a22003133u 4500 15978 UtSlPG 20260610133356.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933 The Broken Soldier and the Maid of France Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-06-03 E-text prepared by Michael Gray (Lost_Gamer@comcast.net) "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.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction Schoonover, Frank E., 1877-1972 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15978 57366 57366