Dorothy Pulis illus Lathrop / Rachel Field
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'Hitty, Her First Hundred Years' is a celebrated work of children’s literature that chronicles the extraordinary life of a small, mountain-ash wood doll named Hitty. Carved in the early 19th century for a young girl in Maine, Hitty embarks on a series of remarkable adventures that span a full century of American history. Through her eyes, readers witness the changing landscape of the world, from the deck of a whaling vessel in the South Seas to the high-society parlors of New York and the quiet fields of a Southern plantation.As Hitty passes through the hands of various owners, her narrative provides a unique and charming perspective on historical events and shifting social customs. Her resilience and observant nature make her an enduring heroine, capturing the spirit of exploration and the passage of time. This Newbery Medal-winning story remains a masterpiece of storytelling, blending historical detail with the whimsical imagination of a doll’s-eye view. 'Hitty, Her First Hundred Years' is a timeless exploration of heritage and the enduring power of memory, perfect for readers of all ages who appreciate classic tales of adventure and discovery.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
