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The Midwife's Apprentice

The Midwife's Apprentice

Karen Cushman (author), Billie Fulford-Brown (other), Lois Lowry (other)
Product available on: 04/04/2023
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Synopsis

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!

* "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, 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.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: HarperCollins
  • ISBN: 9798212660747
  • Dimensions: 140 x 144 x 16 mm
  • Interest age: From 12 years
  • Languages: English