Tricked by Mark Twain.......how silly of me.

Book: Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc
Author:Mark Twain

At first I thought that Mark Twain translated the manuscript from French into English since the author of the manuscript was Sieur Louis De Conte. So I began reading the book as a historical publication.

When I researched it a bit more I discovered that it is completely made up and that Mark Twain purposely made it so that it appeared to be a translation from the original copy. I am saddened but that doesn't mean that this book deserves the limelight of readers.

Mark Twain usually has a humorist and satyr mood. On the contrary, this book is the most refined book I have read from him so far. I have read a good majority of his other books and short stories. But this book was uplifting morally and put a sense of pride of your own country into you. The tone is factual with a friendly undertone.

If I read this book without knowing the author was Mark Twain I would have guessed Margaret George. She is a great historical writer except for "Helen of Troy." Anyways, I most passionately urge you to read this book.

Its pious and delightful.