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Meg Elison
Meg Elison writes science fiction, fantasy, and horror, including the post-apocalyptic novel Book of the Unnamed Midwife. Her stories also appear in *The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy
Book of the Unnamed Midwife, The
In a world ravaged by a plague that has decimated the female population, a lone midwife travels across a desolate landscape. She delivers babies and offers comfort, navigating the dangers of a broken society. Her journey is a testament to resilience and the enduring human spirit in the face of overwhelming loss.
This novel is the first in a series, continuing the story of the unnamed midwife and the post-plague world. The subsequent books further explore the societal rebuilding and the challenges faced by the survivors.
The Book of the Unnamed Midwife won the Philip K. Dick Award, which recognizes distinguished science fiction published in paperback original form in the United States.