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Farewell To The East End

By Jennifer Worth
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Farewell To The East End is a poignant memoir by Jennifer Worth that captures the experiences of young midwives working in London's East End during the 1950s. It vividly describes the challenges and triumphs they face while tending to a diverse community amidst the backdrop of post-war Britain. The narrative offers a blend of heartfelt stories, historical context, and a genuine portrayal of the social issues of the time.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartfelt tales of resilience and compassion. It's a memoir that provides an intimate look into the lives of midwives and families in post-war London's East End, rich with personal stories and historical insights. The narrative is engaging and offers a poignant reflection on community spirit and the challenges of that time.

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Farewell To The East End

The third and final book in the bestselling CALL THE MIDWIFE series, the basis of the major BBC TV series.

The third and final book in the bestselling CALL THE MIDWIFE series, soon to be a major BBC TV series.

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This final book in Jennifer Worth's memories of her time as a midwife in London's East End brings her story full circle. As always, there are heartbreaking stories, such as the family devastated by tuberculosis and a ship's woman who 'serviced' the entire crew. There is also plenty of humour and warmth, such as the tale of two women who shared the same husband!

Other stories cover backstreet abortions, the changing life of the docklands, infanticide, as well as the lives of the inhabitants of Nonnatus House.

We discover what happens with the gauche debutant Chummy and her equally gauche policeman; will Sister Monica Joan continue her life of crime? Will Sister Evangelina ever crack a smile? And what of Jennifer herself?

Farewell To The East End not only details the final years of the tenements but also Jennifer's journey as she moves on from the close community of nuns, and her life takes a new path.

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Farewell To The East End by Jennifer Worth is warmly reviewed as a poignant and unforgettable conclusion to a cherished series about midwifery in post-war London. Critics highlight its vivid portrayal of a bygone era and its heartwarming exploration of enduring human values.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780753823064

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 January 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Illustration: 2 Maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 248g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Jennifer Worth was a nurse, midwife, ward sister and night sister from 1953 until 1973, working mainly in London. Her first passion was - and still is - music, and she is a Fellow of the London College of Music. She taught piano and singing for about twenty-five years and still sings in choirs all over England and Europe. She plays her piano (a 1904) Bluthner) daily, and is at present studying the entire keyboard works of J.S. Bach. She has been married for forty-five years and has two daughters and three grandchildren.

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