The Midwife's Apprentice

by Cushman, Karen
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ISBN: 9781328631121
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Overview

A poor girl in medieval England gains a name, a purpose, and a future in this "delightful" and beloved Newbery Medal-winning book. Now with a new cover (School Library Journal, starred review)

* "A truly delightful introduction to a world seldom seen in children's literature." --School Library Journal, starred review

* "A fascinating view of a far distant time." --Horn Book, starred review

* "Gripping." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

A girl known only as Brat has no family, no home, and no future until she meets Jane the Midwife and becomes her apprentice. As she helps the short-tempered Jane deliver babies, Brat--who renames herself Alyce--gains knowledge, confidence, and the courage to want something in life for the first time. Introduction by Lois Lowry.
  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Cushman, Karen
  • ISBN: 9781328631121
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 7.50 x 0.40
  • Number Of Pages: 144
  • Publication Year: 2019

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