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The Midwife's Apprentice

Karen Cushman

Narrator Billie Fulford-Brown

Publisher: HarperCollins

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Summary

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.
Duration: about 3 hours (02:34:30)
Publishing date: 2023-04-04; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —