The Midwife's Apprentice

1996 John Newbery Medal Winner 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! (School Library Journal, starred review) Introduction by Lois Lowry.   A girl known only as Brat has no family, no home, and no future until he 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. Paperback: 144 pages Publisher: Clarion (July 30, 1999) ISBN-13: 978-1328631121