Hitty Her First Hundred Years

"Hitty, Her First Hundred Years" is a beloved Newbery Medal-winning novel that chronicles the remarkable life of Hitty, a six-inch wooden doll. Carved from magical mountain-ash wood in the 1820s, Hitty becomes separated from her first owner, Phoebe Preble, and embarks on a century-long adventure. From being lost at sea to joining a snake-charmer's act, and even encountering Charles Dickens, Hitty observes the changing world and human lives through her unique, inanimate perspective. This book is perfect for middle-grade readers aged 8-12, offering a gentle introduction to historical periods and the enduring themes of resilience, belonging, and the power of observation. Parents will appreciate its rich historical detail and the poignant, reflective tone of Hitty's memoirs.

A most wonderful, delightful book for children of all ages! Hitty is a carved wooden small 6" doll. It tells of her life through one hundred yers and various owners and their families. Hitty has been brought back to life lately and there is a big following of Hitty collectors all over the world. They are hand carved dolls and the costs vary from $30 to $3,000 plus! Women all over have collections and make clothes, houses, etc. You can find a hitty on the internet by googling for her. I love this book and have 3 of the Hitty dolls. Your daughter would love this book and so would you. It is one that will never grow out of date. You can find the origional Hitty in a museum on display......the information is on the internet.