The Midwife's Apprentice
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
006440630X
ISBN 13
9780064406307
Category
Historic Fiction
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Publication Year
1996
Publisher
Pages
128
Subject
Youths Novel
Description
From the author of Catherine, Called Birdy comes another spellbinding novel set in medieval England. The 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 sharp-tempered Jane deliver babies, Brat--who renames herself Alyce--gains knowledge, confidence, and the courage to want something from life: "A full belly, a contented heart, and a place in this world." Medieval village life makes a lively backdrop for the funny, poignant story of how Alyce gets what she wants. A concluding note discusses midwifery past and present. A Newbery Medal book.
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