Karen Cushman

Midwife's Apprentice (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

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, Bratwho renames herself Alycegains 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.This ebook includes a sample chapter of CATHERINE, CALLED BIRDY.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: HMH Books
• Seitenzahl: 144
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. März 1995
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780547350004
• Artikelnr.: 40175067

Autorenporträt

Karen Cushman's acclaimed historical novels include Catherine, Called Birdy, a Newbery Honor winner, and The Midwife's Apprentice, which received the Newbery Medal. She lives on Vashon Island in Washington State. Visit her online at karencushman.com and on Twitter @cushmanbooks.