The Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times
The Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009340
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
East End, London • 1950s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times by Jennifer Worth recounts her experiences as a midwife in London's East End during the 1950s. The memoir highlights the challenges and triumphs she faces, detailing the lives of the individuals she assists and the complexities of post-war Britain.
Informative
Emotional
Heartwarming
Challenging
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times by Jennifer Worth receives praise for its vivid storytelling and rich historical detail, transporting readers to 1950s East End London. Readers appreciate its emotional depth and humor, though some find its episodic structure disjointed. The memoir effectively balances personal anecdotes with broader social commentary.
Who Should Read The Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times?
Readers who enjoy The Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times by Jennifer Worth are often interested in medical history, women's stories, and social history. Fans of Call the Midwife or The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks will likely appreciate Worth’s vivid portrayal of 1950s East End London.
88,798 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
East End, London • 1950s
2009
Adult
18+ years
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