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The Midwife's Apprentice
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The Midwife's Apprentice
Author(s): Karen Cushman
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! (School Library Journal, starred review)
* “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 Reviews, 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.
Review(s):
"With simplicity, wit, and humor, Cushman presents another tale of medieval England. Here readers follow the satisfying, literal and figurative journey of a homeless, nameless child called Brat. . . . Earthy humor, the foibles of humans both high and low, and a fascinating mix of superstition and genuinely helpful herbal remedies attached to childbirth make this a truly delightful introduction to a world seldom seen in children’s literature."
School Library Journal, Starred
"This novel is about a strong, young woman in medieval England who finds her own way home. . . . Kids will be caught up in this short, fast-paced narrative about a hero who discovers that she’s not ugly or stupid or alone."
Booklist, ALA, Starred Review
Parents' Choice Gold Award, Not Just for Children Anymore! (Children's Book Council), School Library Journal Best Book, Parenting Magazine Reading Magic Award, Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts (NCTE), New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age, American Bookseller Pick of the Lists, Pacific Northwest Library Association Young Reader's Choice Award, Newbery Medal, Horn Book Fanfare, New York Public Library's “One Hundred Titles for Reading and Sharing”, ALA Notable Children’s Book, Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children’s Book Award (Vermont)
ISBN: 9781328631121
Author(s): Karen Cushman
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! (School Library Journal, starred review)
* “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 Reviews, 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.
Review(s):
"With simplicity, wit, and humor, Cushman presents another tale of medieval England. Here readers follow the satisfying, literal and figurative journey of a homeless, nameless child called Brat. . . . Earthy humor, the foibles of humans both high and low, and a fascinating mix of superstition and genuinely helpful herbal remedies attached to childbirth make this a truly delightful introduction to a world seldom seen in children’s literature."
School Library Journal, Starred
"This novel is about a strong, young woman in medieval England who finds her own way home. . . . Kids will be caught up in this short, fast-paced narrative about a hero who discovers that she’s not ugly or stupid or alone."
Booklist, ALA, Starred Review
Parents' Choice Gold Award, Not Just for Children Anymore! (Children's Book Council), School Library Journal Best Book, Parenting Magazine Reading Magic Award, Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts (NCTE), New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age, American Bookseller Pick of the Lists, Pacific Northwest Library Association Young Reader's Choice Award, Newbery Medal, Horn Book Fanfare, New York Public Library's “One Hundred Titles for Reading and Sharing”, ALA Notable Children’s Book, Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children’s Book Award (Vermont)
ISBN: 9781328631121