The Secret of the Old Clock
"I have a theory that every mystery can be solved if one is persistent enough." — Nancy Drew
Basic Book Details
- Full Title: The Secret of the Old Clock (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #1)
- Copyright Year: Originally 1930; Revised 1959
- ISBN: 0448095017
- Total Page Count: 180 pages
- Endpaper Design: White Endpapers
- Cover Detail: Distinctive **Red Number** on the cover
- Cover Artist: Bill Gillies (1962-1965 yellow spine design)
- Original Language: English
- Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
Authorship Information
- Credited Author: Carolyn Keene
- Actual Ghostwriter: Mildred Wirt Benson (Original); Harriet Stratemeyer Adams (1959 revision)
- Notable Information: This edition contains the 1959 Revised Text, updated to 20 chapters to modernize the pacing for contemporary readers.
Story Synopsis
Nancy Drew, the clever eighteen-year-old amateur detective from River Heights, finds herself drawn into a perplexing case involving a missing will and a family's lost fortune. When she learns that the recently deceased Josiah Crowley intended to leave his wealth to several deserving friends, Nancy becomes determined to locate his revised will—rumored to be hidden in an antique clock.
As Nancy investigates, she encounters suspicious characters and dangerous situations while searching through old mansions and forgotten timepieces. Along the way, she must outmaneuver the grasping Topham family to ensure the inheritance reaches the kind-hearted individuals Josiah truly intended to help.
This volume is a prime example of the Yellow Spine Era, featuring the picture printed directly on the boards. This specific variant is distinguished by its **Red Number** on the cover and **White Endpapers**. Reference: series-books.com.
Collector's Q&A
What is the significance of the "Red Number" on this 1959 edition?
The red volume number on the cover is a distinctive feature of specific printings within the yellow spine era, often appearing during transitions in the picture cover format.
Is this the original 1930 text?
No, this is the 1959 revised edition by Harriet Stratemeyer Adams. It features a modernized 20-chapter format compared to the original 25-chapter text by Mildred Wirt Benson.
Is GoFigment Legit?
Absolutely! GoFigment is a small business founded by a lifelong collector. Every Nancy Drew volume is personally sourced
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1 The Secret of the Old Clock Nancy Drew Mystery Stories 1959 (rn-we)
The Secret of the Old Clock
"I have a theory that every mystery can be solved if one is persistent enough." — Nancy Drew
Basic Book Details
- Full Title: The Secret of the Old Clock (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #1)
- Copyright Year: Originally 1930; Revised 1959
- ISBN: 0448095017
- Total Page Count: 180 pages
- Endpaper Design: White Endpapers
- Cover Detail: Distinctive **Red Number** on the cover
- Cover Artist: Bill Gillies (1962-1965 yellow spine design)
- Original Language: English
- Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
Authorship Information
- Credited Author: Carolyn Keene
- Actual Ghostwriter: Mildred Wirt Benson (Original); Harriet Stratemeyer Adams (1959 revision)
- Notable Information: This edition contains the 1959 Revised Text, updated to 20 chapters to modernize the pacing for contemporary readers.
Story Synopsis
Nancy Drew, the clever eighteen-year-old amateur detective from River Heights, finds herself drawn into a perplexing case involving a missing will and a family's lost fortune. When she learns that the recently deceased Josiah Crowley intended to leave his wealth to several deserving friends, Nancy becomes determined to locate his revised will—rumored to be hidden in an antique clock.
As Nancy investigates, she encounters suspicious characters and dangerous situations while searching through old mansions and forgotten timepieces. Along the way, she must outmaneuver the grasping Topham family to ensure the inheritance reaches the kind-hearted individuals Josiah truly intended to help.
This volume is a prime example of the Yellow Spine Era, featuring the picture printed directly on the boards. This specific variant is distinguished by its **Red Number** on the cover and **White Endpapers**. Reference: series-books.com.
Collector's Q&A
What is the significance of the "Red Number" on this 1959 edition?
The red volume number on the cover is a distinctive feature of specific printings within the yellow spine era, often appearing during transitions in the picture cover format.
Is this the original 1930 text?
No, this is the 1959 revised edition by Harriet Stratemeyer Adams. It features a modernized 20-chapter format compared to the original 25-chapter text by Mildred Wirt Benson.
Is GoFigment Legit?
Absolutely! GoFigment is a small business founded by a lifelong collector. Every Nancy Drew volume is personally sourced
