"The story of the Maid of Orlans shows no sign of diminishing its luster after 500 years, and Poole gives it its full dramatic due . treating Joan respectfully but simply, generally allowing her most unusual life to speak for itself. Barrett's illustrations echo art ranging from the Unicorn Tapestries to Durer, showing Joan . amid glories of natural beauty and richly colored court and military scenes".--"The Bulletin".