Deborah McGrady

Danièle talks with Deborah McGrady, a Professor of French and expert on Joan of Arc, about this captivating figure of the Middle Ages. They discuss Joan’s divine visions and her rise during the Hundred Years' War, showcasing her tactical genius at the Siege of Orléans. McGrady highlights the complexities of Joan's letters and her fraught relationship with King Charles, as well as the biases in her trial. The conversation also touches on Joan's evolving legacy, from a martyr to a symbol of feminine strength, emphasizing her enduring cultural impact.