The Midwife’s Apprentice

By Karen Cushman, Read by Billie Fulford-Brown

Price: $27.99

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The Midwife’s Apprentice

By Karen Cushman, Read by Billie Fulford-Brown

Price: $27.99

About the Book

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.

Product Details

ISBN: 9780063309388
Imprint: Clarion Books
On Sale: Apr 4, 2023
List price: $27.99
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Girls & Women *
BISAC 2: YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Family / Orphans & Foster Homes *
BISAC 3: YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Historical / Medieval *
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Karen Cushman

Biography

Karen Cushman's acclaimed historical novels include Catherine, Called Birdy, a Newbery Honor winner, and The Midwife's Apprentice, which received the Newbery Medal. She lives on Vashon Island in Washington State. Visit her online at karencushman.com and on Twitter @cushmanbooks.

Billie Fulford-Brown

Reviews

No reviews available.

About the Book

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.

Product Details

ISBN: 9780063309388
Imprint: Clarion Books
On Sale: Apr 4, 2023
List price: $27.99
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Girls & Women *
BISAC 2: YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Family / Orphans & Foster Homes *
BISAC 3: YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Historical / Medieval *
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:
BISAC 6:

Karen Cushman

Biography

Karen Cushman's acclaimed historical novels include Catherine, Called Birdy, a Newbery Honor winner, and The Midwife's Apprentice, which received the Newbery Medal. She lives on Vashon Island in Washington State. Visit her online at karencushman.com and on Twitter @cushmanbooks.

Billie Fulford-Brown

Reviews

No reviews available.

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