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Book Synopsis: The highest-rated drama in BBC history, Call the Midwife will delight fans of Downton Abbey. Viewers everywhere have fallen in love with this candid look at post-war London. In the 1950s, twenty-two-year-old Jenny Lee leaves her comfortable home to move into a convent and become a midwife in London's East End slums. While delivering babies all over the city, Jenny encounters a colorful cast of women—from the plucky, warm-hearted nuns with whom she lives, to the woman with twenty-four children who can't speak English, to the prostitutes of the city's seedier side. An unforgettable story of motherhood, the bravery of a community, and the strength of remarkable and inspiring women, Call the Midwife is the true story behind the beloved PBS series, which will soon return for its sixth season.
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Experience the heartwarming tale that inspired the hit BBC drama, Call the Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of post-war London, where twenty-two-year-old Jenny Lee embarks on a journey to become a midwife in the East End. Witness the resilience and courage of women from all walks of life in this unforgettable memoir.
Step back in time to the 1950s and join Jenny Lee as she navigates the challenges of delivering babies in the city's most impoverished neighborhoods. Meet a diverse array of characters, from the compassionate nuns she lives with to the vibrant women she encounters during her daily rounds. Their stories will tug at your heartstrings and leave you inspired.
Call the Midwife is not just a book—it's a celebration of motherhood, community, and the indomitable spirit of women. Follow Jenny's journey as she discovers the true meaning of compassion and dedication in the face of adversity. This memoir is a tribute to the unsung heroes who bring life into the world amidst hardship and hope.
Don't miss out on this touching and poignant memoir that has captured the hearts of readers worldwide. Join us in celebrating the power of women and the beauty of birth with Call the Midwife. Order your copy now and delve into a world of love, courage, and triumph.
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