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In the bustling streets of New York City, ten‑year‑old Annie and her father prepare to cross the country for the promise of gold. They take with them Hitty, a wooden doll who serves as both companion and confidante. As the family journeys westward, the novel follows their adventures and challenges amid the historic California Gold Rush of 1849, depicting the hopes, hardships, and family bonds that shape their quest for a new life.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Ellen Weiss
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