The Maid of Orleans

Interesting Facts

• «The Maid of Orleans» is a romantic tragedy that was first staged in 1801 and became one of Friedrich Schiller's most famous plays.
• Unlike historical facts, in Schiller's play, Joan of Arc does not die at the stake but on the battlefield, giving the work a heroic and patriotic tone.
• Schiller uses elements of romanticism in his play, allowing him to focus on the inner world and feelings of the main heroine, rather than just historical events.
• The play was written during a period when Schiller was actively interested in history and philosophy, reflected in the deep analysis of Joan's character and her moral dilemmas.
• «The Maid of Orleans» was inspired by both historical events and literary sources, including chronicles and legends about Joan of Arc.
• Schiller's work had a significant impact on romantic literature and theater, inspiring subsequent generations of playwrights and writers.