Descripción
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.
Author: Karen Cushman
Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 07/30/2019
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 7.50h x 5.00w x 0.40d
ISBN13: 9781328631121
ISBN10: 1328631125
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Historical | Medieval
- Juvenile Fiction | Girls & Women
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance
About the Author
Karen Cushman's acclaimed historical novels include Catherine, Called Birdy, a Newbery Honor winner. She lives on Vashon Island in Washington State. karencushman.com, @cushmanbooks