The Mysterious Mannequin

"A gift from an anonymous donor? Nancy, you must be careful—Turkish rugs and silent mannequins are rarely sent without a hidden price." — Carson Drew

Basic Book Details

• Full Title: The Mysterious Mannequin (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #47)
• Publication Year: 1970 (Yellow Spine Picture Cover edition)
• Copyright Year: 1970
• ISBN: 0-448-09547-7
• Total Page Count: 180 pages (20-chapter format)
• Endpaper Design: White Endpapers (Standard for 1970 releases)
• Cover Artist: Rudy Nappi
• Original Language: English
• Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap

Authorship Information

• Credited Author: Carolyn Keene
• Actual Ghostwriter: Harriet Stratemeyer Adams
• Notable Information: This volume is celebrated for its international flair, taking Nancy to the markets of Istanbul. This story was originally penned in the modernized 20-chapter format.

Story Synopsis

The mystery begins when Nancy receives an anonymous gift of a beautiful Turkish rug, followed by a life-sized mannequin with a cryptic message. The trail leads Nancy to a missing girl and an international mystery involving a vanished inheritance.

Nancy, Bess, and George travel to Turkey to navigate the bustling bazaars of Istanbul. Pursued by a shadowy woman, Nancy must decode the mannequin's secret and locate the girl before a ruthless syndicate catches up with them.

This 1970 printing is a classic of the Yellow Spine Era, featuring high-gloss picture boards and the white endpapers typical of this production window. Reference: series-books.com.

Collector's Q&A

Is this the original story for volume #47?
Yes. Unlike the early classics, #47 was originally written in the 20-chapter format. This 1970 text is the definitive original version.

What identifies this as a 1970 printing?
The yellow spine format, 1970 copyright date, and plain white endpapers are the primary identifiers for this specific production run.

Who is GoFigment?
GoFigment is a small business founded by collectors. Every Nancy Drew volume is personally sourced and authenticated to ensure it meets our high standards for your collection. GoFigment Legitimacy Statement.

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.”