An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
635. Joan of Arc: For Fear of the Flames (Part 4)
January 15, 2026
Description
What were the harsh conditions of Joan of Arc’s imprisonment, at the hands of her English captors? How did Joan’s trial unfold, and with what was she charged? And, would Joan confess at the last...
Books Referenced
The Trial of Joan of Arc
Author: Daniel Hobbins
Context:
Tom Holland quotes Daniel Hobbins who published a translation of all the documents relating to Joan's trial into English, emphasizing how detailed and forensic the proceedings were and that Cauchon went to great pains to ensure the rules were strictly followed.