Rachel Field
Rachel Field was an American author and poet, born on September 19, 1894, in New York City. She grew up in a creative environment that fostered her love for literature, eventually leading her to attend the prestigious School of Architecture at Columbia University. Though she initially pursued a career in architecture, her passion for writing soon took center stage. Field became known for her enchanting children's books, poetry, and novels, often drawing inspiration from her experiences and the world around her. Her ability to weave emotion and imagination into her writing has left a lasting impact on readers of all ages.
Hitty, Her First Hundred Years
Mehitabel (Hitty) Preble was carved from a piece of mountain ash by a traveling peddler in Maine during the 1820s. Though she was only a sma…