The Midwife's Apprentice: A Newbery Award Winner -- Karen Cushman - Paperback
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.
Author: Karen Cushman
Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 07/30/2019
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 7.50h x 5.00w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781328631121
Audience: Ages 9-12
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6
Point Value: 3
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 11553 / Midwife's Apprentice
About the Author
Karen Cushman's acclaimed historical novels include Catherine, Called Birdy, a Newbery Honor winner. She lives on Vashon Island in Washington State. karencushman.com, @cushmanbooks