Vintage Hardy Boys: The Twisted Claw (1969 Edition)

A Treasured Classic for the Discerning Collector

Step back in time to an era of youthful adventure and clever detective work with this exceptional vintage edition of “The Twisted Claw.” Published in 1969, this classic Hardy Boys mystery represents a golden age in young adult literature when intrepid teenage sleuths captured the imagination of readers across America.

Bound in the distinctive matte blue hardcover that defines the cherished blue spine series, this volume stands as both a literary treasure and a tangible piece of publishing history. Each book in our inventory has been carefully preserved in very good condition, maintaining the integrity and charm that collectors prize.

While our photographs accurately represent the edition, cover art, and general condition of our inventory, please note that you may receive a different copy than the one pictured, as we maintain multiple copies of this sought-after title. Rest assured, all books in our collection meet our rigorous quality standards. We stand behind every volume with our no-questions-asked return policy, ensuring your complete satisfaction.

Product Details

• Title and Number: The Twisted Claw, #18 in the Hardy Boys Mystery Series
• Author: Franklin W. Dixon
• Year Published: 1969
• ISBN: 0448089181
• Edition Notes: Revised text version of the original story
• Cover Features: Matte blue hardcover with red numeral on spine and distinctive red bar on front cover
• Endpapers: White multi-scene endpapers depicting iconic moments from various Hardy Boys adventures (a particularly collectible feature)
• Condition: Very good condition with minimal wear, clean pages, and sturdy binding
• Series Significance: Part of the highly sought-after blue spine series, essential for collectors building a complete Hardy Boys library

The Mystery Unfolds

In this eighteenth adventure of the celebrated series, Frank and Joe Hardy answer their detective father’s call for help in locating a missing friend. Their investigation leads them to a seemingly haunted house perched ominously on a cliff—a perfect facade for a dangerous smuggling operation. As the young detectives probe deeper, they discover their father’s friend held captive by ruthless criminals.

The brothers navigate secret passages, decipher misleading clues, and uncover a sinister plot involving a priceless treasure. With their trademark ingenuity and courage, the Hardy Boys race against time to solve the mystery of the twisted claw and rescue their father’s friend from a grim fate.

Collector’s Note

This 1969 edition represents a significant period in the Hardy Boys publishing history. The revised text, distinctive blue cover with red accents, and the highly collectible white multi-scene endpapers make this volume particularly desirable for serious collectors. Whether you’re completing your blue spine series or beginning your Hardy Boys collection, this well-preserved edition of “The Twisted Claw” offers both nostalgic reading pleasure and investment value in the vintage book market.

Add this piece of literary history to your collection today and rediscover the timeless appeal of one of America’s most beloved mystery series.