Vintage Nancy Drew Mystery: The Clue in the Old Album (1947) - Yellow Bar Edition
A Treasured Volume from Nancy Drew’s Classic Era
Journey back to the post-war era with this distinguished copy of “The Clue in the Old Album,” the 24th installment in the beloved Nancy Drew Mystery Stories series. This vintage 1947 edition features the distinctive yellow hardcover with the characteristic yellow bar and red number on the spine that collectors eagerly seek. Each copy has been carefully preserved in very good condition, offering both the authentic charm of mid-century publishing and the timeless adventure that has delighted readers for generations.
Book Specifications
Title and Number: The Clue in the Old Album (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #24)
Author: Carolyn Keene (ghostwritten by Mildred Wirt Benson)
Publication Year: 1947
ISBN: 448095254
Special Features: Yellow hardcover with yellow bar and red number on spine
Condition: Very good condition with age-appropriate wear
The Mystery Unfolds
In this captivating mystery, Nancy Drew becomes entangled in a complex case involving a tattered leather album filled with haunting Gypsy melodies. When Nancy befriends young violinist Lori Lovell, she’s drawn into the search for a stolen Stradivarius violin and the unraveling of missing family connections. The investigation leads Nancy to confront prejudice, explore rich cultural traditions, and navigate the world of classical music as she works to reunite a family separated by misunderstanding and deception. This edition contains the original storytelling from 1947, including elements that were later revised in subsequent printings.
Collector’s Note
This edition represents a particularly significant period in Nancy Drew publishing history. Published just after World War II, it captures the transitional period in American literature when the series was gaining tremendous popularity. The yellow hardcover with its distinctive red spine number is immediately recognizable to enthusiasts and stands as a hallmark of classic Nancy Drew design. This 1947 printing maintains the original text and characterizations that made the series a cultural phenomenon, before later revisions would alter the narrative.
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 cherished volume to your collection today and experience the golden age of Nancy Drew mysteries as readers did when it first appeared on shelves in 1947.

Grosset & Dunlp, Inc.
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Vintage Nancy Drew Mystery: The Clue in the Old Album (1947) - Yellow Bar Edition
A Treasured Volume from Nancy Drew’s Classic Era
Journey back to the post-war era with this distinguished copy of “The Clue in the Old Album,” the 24th installment in the beloved Nancy Drew Mystery Stories series. This vintage 1947 edition features the distinctive yellow hardcover with the characteristic yellow bar and red number on the spine that collectors eagerly seek. Each copy has been carefully preserved in very good condition, offering both the authentic charm of mid-century publishing and the timeless adventure that has delighted readers for generations.
Book Specifications
Title and Number: The Clue in the Old Album (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #24)
Author: Carolyn Keene (ghostwritten by Mildred Wirt Benson)
Publication Year: 1947
ISBN: 448095254
Special Features: Yellow hardcover with yellow bar and red number on spine
Condition: Very good condition with age-appropriate wear
The Mystery Unfolds
In this captivating mystery, Nancy Drew becomes entangled in a complex case involving a tattered leather album filled with haunting Gypsy melodies. When Nancy befriends young violinist Lori Lovell, she’s drawn into the search for a stolen Stradivarius violin and the unraveling of missing family connections. The investigation leads Nancy to confront prejudice, explore rich cultural traditions, and navigate the world of classical music as she works to reunite a family separated by misunderstanding and deception. This edition contains the original storytelling from 1947, including elements that were later revised in subsequent printings.
Collector’s Note
This edition represents a particularly significant period in Nancy Drew publishing history. Published just after World War II, it captures the transitional period in American literature when the series was gaining tremendous popularity. The yellow hardcover with its distinctive red spine number is immediately recognizable to enthusiasts and stands as a hallmark of classic Nancy Drew design. This 1947 printing maintains the original text and characterizations that made the series a cultural phenomenon, before later revisions would alter the narrative.
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 cherished volume to your collection today and experience the golden age of Nancy Drew mysteries as readers did when it first appeared on shelves in 1947.