Audiobook Hitty, Her First Hundred Years by Rachel Field in the ListenBook app
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Book description
Rachel Field's Hitty, Her First Hundred Years emerges as a distinguished literary artifact within the canon of American children's literature, its enduring appeal validated by the Newbery Medal awarded in 1929. This audiobook rendition masterfully preserves the novel's delicate narrative voice and historical authenticity, transforming Field's meticulously crafted prose into an immersive auditory experience. The narrator's measured cadence, imbued with the quiet reverence befitting a century-long chronicle, allows listeners to fully inhabit the world of Mehitable-the doll known as Hitty-whose journey commences in the early nineteenth century Maine coastal setting that captivated Field herself during childhood visits.
The audiobook excels in conveying Hitty's singular perspective: her observations of Phoebe Preble's life aboard a whaler, her subsequent travels through generations, and the profound bond formed with each owner. Field's signature blend of understated beauty and subtle courage, noted by Ruth Hill Vigeurs in Calico Bush, resonates powerfully through the spoken word. The narrator's ability to render the creak of ship timbers, the salt-kissed air of the Maine coast, and the quiet dignity of a well-loved object elevates the narrative beyond mere childhood adventure into a poignant meditation on companionship and continuity.
Field's own literary legacy-encompassing the Caldecott-winning Prayer for a Child, the New York Times bestsellers Time Out of Mind and All This and Heaven Too, and the enduring song Something Told the Wild Geese-informs this work's timeless quality. The audiobook format particularly enhances the novel's strengths; the absence of visual distraction allows the listener's imagination to focus entirely on Hitty's sensory world and the emotional resonance of her passage through time. The narrative's gentle pacing and precise language, hallmarks of Field's mature style, find their perfect medium in the spoken word, where each carefully chosen phrase carries weight.
This rendition is not merely a recording but a restoration of the book's intended spirit. It honors Field's connection to Maine-a place she described as casting a "spell" upon her-and ensures that Hitty's "delightful personality" and "thrilling adventures on land and sea" remain vividly accessible to contemporary audiences. For listeners seeking a narrative that balances historical detail with profound emotional truth, this audiobook stands as a testament to the enduring power of a well-told story. It is a quiet, essential companion for readers of all ages, offering solace and wonder through the simple, enduring life of a doll who witnessed a century.
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Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
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