The Mystery of the Fire Dragon

"The whole area is a British crown colony. Hong Kong Island was ceded to Great Britain over a century ago!" — Nancy Drew, The Mystery of the Fire Dragon

Basic Book Details

• Full Title: The Mystery of the Fire Dragon (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #38)
• Publication Year: 1961
• Total Page Count: 180 - 192 pages
• Endpaper Design: White Multi-Scene (Multi-Pic). This highly collectible pattern features various iconic scenes from Nancy Drew adventures depicted in a multi-scene layout on a white background.
• Cover Artist: Rudy Nappi
• Original Language: English
• Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
• ISBN: 0448095388

Authorship Information

• Credited Author: Carolyn Keene
• Ghost Writer: Harriet Stratemeyer Adams

Story Synopsis

Nancy Drew is summoned to New York City by her Aunt Eloise to investigate the mysterious disappearance of her neighbor, a young university student named Chi Che. The intrigue deepens when Nancy discovers that Chi Che, the granddaughter of an elderly Chinese author, may have been kidnapped. To uncover the truth, Nancy employs a clever ruse: she disguises her tomboyish friend George Fayne as the missing girl to draw out the perpetrators.

The trail leads Nancy, Bess, and George from the streets of Manhattan to the exotic locales of Hong Kong. Along with Ned Nickerson, who is studying abroad, the young detectives follow clues involving a suspicious bookstore owner and a mysterious fire dragon tattoo. Nancy's pursuit of justice leads her into the heart of an international smuggling ring.

Physical Condition & Seller Notes

Please Note: I have multiple copies of each Nancy Drew volume, so the book you receive may not be the exact book pictured. However, I guarantee the quality of the book will be as good as or better than the one shown. The volume number, edition, cover art, and end pages will match exactly what is pictured. I offer a no-questions-asked return policy for your peace of mind.

Collector's Information

This 1961 "Yellow Spine" edition is a “Yellow Bar” (YB) version, identifiable by the distinctive yellow bar on the front cover and a red numeral on the spine. Printed during the transition era of the 1960s, it features the "Nancy behind a tree" illustration on the back cover and is the original 20-chapter text as first published. Reference: series-books.com.

Collector's Q&A

Does this 1961 edition have the revised 20-chapter text?
Yes. Unlike the first 34 volumes which were revised from 25 chapters, The Mystery of the Fire Dragon was originally written and published in 1961 in the 20-chapter format.

What makes the "Yellow Bar" (YB) edition special?
The "Yellow Bar" refers to a specific cover layout used by Grosset & Dunlap in the early 1960s. This version is highly sought after by collectors for its matte finish and the unique red-colored spine numbering.

Is GoFigment Legit?
Absolutely! GoFigment is a small business founded by a lifelong collector who still remembers the joy of unwrapping those first treasures in the late 1970s. Every item we offer, including our Nancy Drew collection, is personally sourced, authenticated, and handled with the reverence it deserves.