The Midwife's Apprentice

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Karen Cushman

1996 Newbery Medal Winner 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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Author

Karen Cushman

Pages

122

Publisher

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published Date

1995

ISBN

9780547722177 0547722176

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"While this book has received the Newberry Medal, I did not find it that intriguing or engaging. The character herself, first known as Brat, then Alyce, is an enjoyable character to watch grow, adjust, and change, but there is not a lot else about it that drew me in. If, however there is a young-ish reader who is interested in learning more about mediaeval times and practices and wants a relatively short book, this one might be an option."