Hitty, Her First Hundred Years is a children’s novel written by Rachel Field and published in 1929. It won the Newbery Medal for excellence in American children’s literature in 1930. The book is told from the point of view of an inanimate doll named Hitty (short for Mehitabel), who was constructed in the 1820s and has since traveled around the world, through many different owners.
The novel begins with Hitty being carved out of mountain-ash wood by a peddler on Great Cranberry Island in Maine. She is then given to Phoebe Preble, a young girl who lives on the island. Hitty and Phoebe become best friends, and they share many adventures together.
When Phoebe grows up, she marries and moves away. Hitty is given to Phoebe’s daughter, who then gives her to her daughter, and so on. Hitty travels all over the United States and Europe, and she witnesses many historical events.
Through it all, Hitty remains a loyal and loving friend. She is always there for her owners, and she helps them through difficult times. Hitty is a true survivor, and she is a testament to the power of love and friendship.
Hitty, Her First Hundred Years is a heartwarming and timeless story. It is a story about love, friendship, and the power of memories. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
