The Tower Treasure (1959) - Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #1
Step back into the golden age of juvenile detective fiction with this vintage edition of “The Tower Treasure,” the very first adventure in the iconic Hardy Boys Mystery Stories series. Follow amateur sleuths Frank and Joe Hardy as they investigate the theft of a precious treasure from the Tower mansion, launching what would become one of the most beloved mystery series of all time.
This collectible 1959 edition features the revised text by Harriet Adams (writing as Franklin W. Dixon) that modernized the original 1927 story for a new generation of young readers. Each variant offers unique collector characteristics while maintaining the classic mystery that has captivated readers for generations.
Story Synopsis
When Frank and Joe Hardy narrowly avoid being hit by a speeding driver with bright red hair, they have no idea they’re about to embark on their first major case. After their friend Chet Morton’s prized jalopy is stolen and a robbery occurs at the imposing Tower Mansion, the Hardy boys find themselves racing to clear the name of their friend Perry Robinson’s father, who stands accused of the theft. Following clues that lead them all the way to New York City, the boys track down the mysterious “Red” Jackley, who makes a cryptic deathbed confession about hiding the loot “in the old tower.” But which tower did he mean? The answer will surprise both the Hardy boys and readers alike!
This 1959 edition offers several notable differences from the original 1927 text. The revised version features expanded female characters (including Mrs. Hardy and Chet’s sister Iola), updated dialogue with 1950s slang, a more streamlined plot, and greater involvement of the boys in the investigation. While the original had the boys building a bomb to delay a rival investigator, the revised version tones this down to setting a fire, reflecting changing sensibilities about children’s literature.
Available Variants:
1959 Brown Multi-Scene Cover (448089017-59)
The classic brown multi-scene cover depicting key moments from the mystery, with standard endpages. This is the quintessential Hardy Boys look that defined the series for a generation.
1959 Brown/Brown Multi-Scene (THB-BB-1-BROWN)
Features the distinctive brown spine with matching brown multi-scene cover illustration, creating a cohesive aesthetic treasured by collectors.
1959 Blue Bar Edition with Cameo Endpages (448089017-CAM)
Distinguished by its blue spine bar design and special cameo endpages featuring silhouettes of the Hardy Boys, this variant is particularly sought after by collectors.
1959 Blue Bar with White Multi-Scene (448089017-BB)
Combines the popular blue bar spine design with white multi-scene endpages, offering a distinctive visual contrast prized in vintage collections.
Condition & Purchase Information
This edition features clean, readable pages and intact bindings with minimal wear, reflecting careful preservation consistent with its age. While the exact copy you receive may vary from the images shown, each book maintains the same quality, edition, endpapers, and captivating cover art, ensuring a delightful reading experience.
Combined shipping is available on all orders, and we stand behind our products with a no-questions-asked return policy. If you’re not completely satisfied with your literary detective work, a replacement or refund will be gladly provided.
Each book is a genuine piece of mystery fiction history, perfect for collectors, nostalgic readers, or introducing a new generation to the timeless appeal of the Hardy Boys.
Grosset & Dunlap, Inc.
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The Tower Treasure (1959) - Hardy Boys Mystery Stories #1
Step back into the golden age of juvenile detective fiction with this vintage edition of “The Tower Treasure,” the very first adventure in the iconic Hardy Boys Mystery Stories series. Follow amateur sleuths Frank and Joe Hardy as they investigate the theft of a precious treasure from the Tower mansion, launching what would become one of the most beloved mystery series of all time.
This collectible 1959 edition features the revised text by Harriet Adams (writing as Franklin W. Dixon) that modernized the original 1927 story for a new generation of young readers. Each variant offers unique collector characteristics while maintaining the classic mystery that has captivated readers for generations.
Story Synopsis
When Frank and Joe Hardy narrowly avoid being hit by a speeding driver with bright red hair, they have no idea they’re about to embark on their first major case. After their friend Chet Morton’s prized jalopy is stolen and a robbery occurs at the imposing Tower Mansion, the Hardy boys find themselves racing to clear the name of their friend Perry Robinson’s father, who stands accused of the theft. Following clues that lead them all the way to New York City, the boys track down the mysterious “Red” Jackley, who makes a cryptic deathbed confession about hiding the loot “in the old tower.” But which tower did he mean? The answer will surprise both the Hardy boys and readers alike!
This 1959 edition offers several notable differences from the original 1927 text. The revised version features expanded female characters (including Mrs. Hardy and Chet’s sister Iola), updated dialogue with 1950s slang, a more streamlined plot, and greater involvement of the boys in the investigation. While the original had the boys building a bomb to delay a rival investigator, the revised version tones this down to setting a fire, reflecting changing sensibilities about children’s literature.
Available Variants:
1959 Brown Multi-Scene Cover (448089017-59)
The classic brown multi-scene cover depicting key moments from the mystery, with standard endpages. This is the quintessential Hardy Boys look that defined the series for a generation.
1959 Brown/Brown Multi-Scene (THB-BB-1-BROWN)
Features the distinctive brown spine with matching brown multi-scene cover illustration, creating a cohesive aesthetic treasured by collectors.
1959 Blue Bar Edition with Cameo Endpages (448089017-CAM)
Distinguished by its blue spine bar design and special cameo endpages featuring silhouettes of the Hardy Boys, this variant is particularly sought after by collectors.
1959 Blue Bar with White Multi-Scene (448089017-BB)
Combines the popular blue bar spine design with white multi-scene endpages, offering a distinctive visual contrast prized in vintage collections.
Condition & Purchase Information
This edition features clean, readable pages and intact bindings with minimal wear, reflecting careful preservation consistent with its age. While the exact copy you receive may vary from the images shown, each book maintains the same quality, edition, endpapers, and captivating cover art, ensuring a delightful reading experience.
Combined shipping is available on all orders, and we stand behind our products with a no-questions-asked return policy. If you’re not completely satisfied with your literary detective work, a replacement or refund will be gladly provided.
Each book is a genuine piece of mystery fiction history, perfect for collectors, nostalgic readers, or introducing a new generation to the timeless appeal of the Hardy Boys.