Vintage Nancy Drew Mystery: The Clue in the Crumbling Wall (1945) - Blue Endpapers Edition
A Treasured Volume from Nancy Drew’s Golden Age
Step back in time with this cherished copy of “The Clue in the Crumbling Wall,” the 22nd installment in the beloved Nancy Drew Mystery Stories series. This vintage 1945 edition features the highly sought-after blue endpapers that serious collectors prize. Each copy has been carefully preserved in very good condition, offering both the nostalgic charm of mid-century printing and the timeless adventure that has captivated readers for generations.
Book Specifications
Title and Number: The Clue in the Crumbling Wall (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #22)
Author: Carolyn Keene (penned by Mildred Wirt Benson)
Publication Year: 1945
ISBN: 044809522x
Special Features: Blue endpapers, yellow hardcover binding
Condition: Very good condition with minimal wear consistent with age
The Mystery Unfolds
In this captivating mystery, our intrepid young detective Nancy Drew investigates the disappearance of Juliana Johnson, a talented dancer who stands to inherit the magnificent Heath Castle. With only three weeks to solve the case before Juliana loses her inheritance, Nancy and her faithful friends Bess and George explore the castle’s crumbling walls where hidden clues await discovery. Their investigation leads them to confront a crooked lawyer and brave dangerous encounters in the castle’s tower as they race against time to uncover the truth.
Collector’s Note
This edition represents a particularly desirable period in Nancy Drew publishing history. The blue endpapers found in this copy significantly enhance its collectible value, as they are characteristic of the 1940s editions that many enthusiasts specifically seek. The book maintains the original storytelling style that made the series a cultural phenomenon, before later revisions would alter the text.
Purchase Information
While the photographs on our website accurately represent the condition, edition, and cover art of our inventory, please note that you may receive a different physical copy than the exact one pictured, though of equivalent quality and with identical specifications. We stand behind every book with our no-questions-asked return policy, ensuring your complete satisfaction with your purchase.
Add this treasured volume to your collection today and experience the golden age of Nancy Drew mysteries as readers did when it first appeared on shelves in 1945.

Grosset & Dunlp, Inc.
22 The Clue in the Crumbling Wall Nancy Drew Mystery 1945 (blue endpages)
Vintage Nancy Drew Mystery: The Clue in the Crumbling Wall (1945) - Blue Endpapers Edition
A Treasured Volume from Nancy Drew’s Golden Age
Step back in time with this cherished copy of “The Clue in the Crumbling Wall,” the 22nd installment in the beloved Nancy Drew Mystery Stories series. This vintage 1945 edition features the highly sought-after blue endpapers that serious collectors prize. Each copy has been carefully preserved in very good condition, offering both the nostalgic charm of mid-century printing and the timeless adventure that has captivated readers for generations.
Book Specifications
Title and Number: The Clue in the Crumbling Wall (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #22)
Author: Carolyn Keene (penned by Mildred Wirt Benson)
Publication Year: 1945
ISBN: 044809522x
Special Features: Blue endpapers, yellow hardcover binding
Condition: Very good condition with minimal wear consistent with age
The Mystery Unfolds
In this captivating mystery, our intrepid young detective Nancy Drew investigates the disappearance of Juliana Johnson, a talented dancer who stands to inherit the magnificent Heath Castle. With only three weeks to solve the case before Juliana loses her inheritance, Nancy and her faithful friends Bess and George explore the castle’s crumbling walls where hidden clues await discovery. Their investigation leads them to confront a crooked lawyer and brave dangerous encounters in the castle’s tower as they race against time to uncover the truth.
Collector’s Note
This edition represents a particularly desirable period in Nancy Drew publishing history. The blue endpapers found in this copy significantly enhance its collectible value, as they are characteristic of the 1940s editions that many enthusiasts specifically seek. The book maintains the original storytelling style that made the series a cultural phenomenon, before later revisions would alter the text.
Purchase Information
While the photographs on our website accurately represent the condition, edition, and cover art of our inventory, please note that you may receive a different physical copy than the exact one pictured, though of equivalent quality and with identical specifications. We stand behind every book with our no-questions-asked return policy, ensuring your complete satisfaction with your purchase.
Add this treasured volume to your collection today and experience the golden age of Nancy Drew mysteries as readers did when it first appeared on shelves in 1945.