Hitty Her First Hundred Years
Hitty Her First Hundred Years by Rachel Field is an illustrated edition published by Simon and Schuster in 1929. This book presents the memoirs of Hitty, a doll with charm and character, recounting her thrilling adventures on land and sea while revealing her delightful personality. Made in the early 1800s for a little girl named Phoebe Preble from Maine, Hitty’s journey begins with her close companionship with Phoebe, who takes her everywhere, including on a long sailing trip.
Readers will find a rich narrative that explores themes of friendship and imagination, as well as the social dynamics of the time. Hitty’s experiences reflect the joys and challenges of being a beloved toy, capturing the essence of childhood and the bond between a girl and her doll. This edition, with its 207 pages, invites readers to delve into a world where fantasy and reality intertwine, showcasing the enduring spirit of a cherished companion.
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Hitty is a doll of great charm and character. It is indeed a privilege to publish her memoirs, which, besides being full of the most thrilling adventures on land and sea, also reveal her delightful personality. One glance at her portrait will show that she is no ordinary doll. Hitty, or Mehitable as she was really named, was made in the early 1800s for Phoebe Preble, a little girl from Maine. Young Phoebe was very proud of her beautiful doll and took her everywhere, even on a long sailing trip in a whaler. This is the story of Hitty’s years with Phoebe, and the many that follow in the life of a well-loved doll.
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