Shadows of the Workhouse
by Jennifer Worth
Shadows of the Workhouse by Jennifer Worth holds a highly rated rating of 4.12 out of 5, based on 8.1K reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 294 pages.
About Shadows of the Workhouse
In this follow up to CALL THE MIDWIFE, Jennifer Worth, a midwife working in the docklands area of East London in the 1950s tells more stories about the people she encountered.There's Jane, who cleaned and generally helped out at Nonnatus House - she was taken to the workhouse as a baby and was allegedly the illegitimate daughter of an aristocrat. Peggy and Frank's parents both died within 6 months of each other and the children were left destitute. At the time, there was no other option for them but the workhouse. The Reverend Thornton-Appleby-Thorton, a missionary in Africa, visits the Nonnatus nuns and Sister Julienne acts as matchmaker. And Sister Monica Joan, the eccentric ninety-year-old nun, is accused of shoplifting some small items from the local market. She is let off with a warning, but then Jennifer finds stolen jewels from Hatton Garden in the nun's room.These stories give a fascinating insight into the resilience and spirit that enabled ordinary people to overcome their difficulties.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jennifer Worth |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 294 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, History, Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 4.12 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,094 |
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What genre is Shadows of the Workhouse?
Shadows of the Workhouse is categorized as Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, History, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is Shadows of the Workhouse worth reading?
Based on 8.1K reader ratings, Shadows of the Workhouse has an average score of 4.12 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Shadows of the Workhouse?
Shadows of the Workhouse has 294 pages.
Who wrote Shadows of the Workhouse?
Shadows of the Workhouse was written by Jennifer Worth. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for Shadows of the Workhouse?
The ISBN-13 for Shadows of the Workhouse is 9780297853270.0.
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