Pope Joan by Donna Cross
The novel is a historical fiction that tells the story of a young woman in the 9th century who, driven by her thirst for knowledge and desire for education, defies the societal norms of her time. Disguising herself as a man, she rises through the ranks of the church hierarchy, ultimately becoming Pope. Her journey is fraught with challenges and dangers, as she navigates a life of deception while striving to maintain her secret identity. The story explores themes of gender, religion, and power, as it weaves a tale of a remarkable figure who, according to legend, may have challenged the male-dominated history of the Papacy.
The 10892nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1996
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-432
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.6)
- Alternate Titles
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- A Papisa Joana
- Die Päpstin
- La Papessa
- La Papessa Giovanna
- La Papisa
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- 10th on Big Read (German) (Germany)