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Loading... Catherine, Called Birdy (1994)by Karen Cushman
Fun YA novel about Birdy, who is 14 in the year 1290. She's suspiciously spunky and independent-minded for the time, but it's a good read nonetheless. Richly detailed, pretty funny, and finally, a Newbery Honor book that's not terribly sad. (  ) satyridae | Apr 5, 2013 |  Born to the upper class, although in the lower echelons, 14-year-old Catherine refuses to accept her lot in life in the England of 1290 - spinning, embroidery, manor care, and being married off to the highest bidder. Catherine has a mind for mischief, a tenderness for animals, and love for the village and villagers that surround her. Told through diary entries prompted by her favorite brother Edward, gone to be a monk, Catherine's story is both lively and heartbreaking as we see "Birdy" beat her wings against her gilded cage. Jenny Sterlin narrates with vim and vigor that brings Cushman's historically detailed medieval England and colorful characters to vibrant life. Despite some of the achaic language which might not be familiar to young readers, Sterlin's narration always gets the gist across. Listened to the Recorded Books CD edition. Previously read. (  ) JenJ. | Mar 31, 2013 | Even though this book is for young adults/teens, I still found it very interesting to read in light of its youthful narrator. I liked contrast of individuality verses community in the decision of marriage. (  ) reckar | Feb 5, 2013 | Newbery Honor. RGG: Enjoyable, well-written story about life during the Middle Ages in England told from the point of view of a teenage girl. Easier read. rgruberexcel | Sep 2, 2012 | Newbery Honor. RGG: Enjoyable, well-written story about life during the Middle Ages in England told from the point of view of a teenage girl. Easier read. rgruberexcel | Sep 2, 2012 | no reviews | add a review Is contained inCatherine, Called Birdy / The Midwife's Apprentice by Karen Cushman The Ballad of Lucy Whipple / Catherine, Called Birdy / The Midwife's Apprentice / Rodzina by Karen Cushman Has as a student's study guide
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