Midwife's Apprentice

By 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

* "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.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GMZ2D7Y3
• ISBN13: 9798855029659
• Release Date: July 2019
• Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books
• Length: 122 Pages
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7