Harriet the Spy

Louise Fitzhugh

An observant, fiercely independent eleven-year-old turns her New York City neighborhood into a subject of study, recording candid impressions of the people around her in a private notebook. When that notebook falls into the wrong hands, Harriet’s unfiltered observations threaten her friendships and force her to confront the difficult consequences of honesty, loyalty, and self-expression. Louise Fitzhugh’s groundbreaking coming-of-age novel explores integrity, identity, and the complicated process of growing up, while this 50th Anniversary Edition adds tributes from celebrated authors and engaging bonus materials.

Louise Fitzhugh

Harriet M. Welsch lives by a simple rule: observe everything. As a dedicated spy, she meticulously records her observations about everyone around her, from classmates to friends, in her private notebook. However, when this notebook falls into the wrong hands, Harriet's carefully guarded secrets and candid opinions are exposed to the very people she trusts most. This classic tale explores the complexities of friendship, the power of words, and the journey of learning to navigate the consequences of one's actions.