The Midwife's Apprentice - A Newbery Award Winner - E-book - ePub

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 reviewA 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.