The first author to use the pseudonym was mildred wirt benson, who wrote 23 of the original 30 books. The secret of the old clock by carolyn keene and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. To the surprise of many, the topham family will inherit wealthy josiah crowleys fortune, instead of deserving relatives and friends who were promised inheritances. I read this because my cousin liked it when she read it and i thought i would like it. The secret of the old clock is the first volume in the nancy drew mystery stories series written under the pseudonym carolyn keene. For nancy drew, the writers used the pseudonym carolyn keene to assure anonymity of the creator. Were releasing a stunning new edition of an old favorite. The secret of the old clock, the first book in the incredibly popular, longrunning series. Nancy determines that a clue to a second will might be found in an old clock mr. Other writers who have adapted the carolyn keene moniker include leslie mcfarlane, james duncan lawrence, walter karig, and nancy axelrod. Nancy drewthe secret of the old clockcarolyn keene ebay. The secret of the old clock nancy drew, book 1 by carolyn keene. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 210 pages and is available in hardcover format. It was first published on april 28, 1930, and rewritten in 1959 by harriet stratemeyer adams nancy drew is a 16year old high school graduate her age was changed to 18 in the 1959 rewrite.
For nancy drew, the writers used the pseudonym carolyn keene to. Crowley had owned and she seeks to find the timepiece. The secret of the old clock download free ebook now. The secret of the old clock is the first book in the bestselling nancy drew series authored by carolyn keene. The secret of the old clock nancy drew carolyn keene, russell h.
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Carolyn keene is a pseudonym for the various authors of the nancy drew mysteries. Nancy drew mystery stories the secret of the old clock. A very good 7th printing in a very good dust jacket, listing to red gate farm on the front flap. The secret of the old clock is the first book in the winning nancy drew mysteriesa muchloved and timetested series that has continued to delight readers since the first book was published in 1930. Carolyn keene books list of books by author carolyn keene. Carolyn keene author of the secret of the old clock. The secret of the old clock is the mystery that began it all for americas favorite teenaged slueth. Books by carolyn keene author of the secret of the old clock. Her father, carson drew, is a wellknown criminal defense lawyer.
Out just in time for nancys 80th anniversary, were releasing a limited number of copies of the secret of the old clock, the first book in the series. The secret of the old clock by carolyn keene alibris. The secret of the old clock nancy drew, book 1 9780448095011 by carolyn keene and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Its the exciting mystery that readers have fallen in love with for 80 years, with a terrific new look and bonus material. Nancy drews keen mind is tested when she searches for a missing will. The secret of the old clock is the definition of a cozy mystery and likely started the trend in the first place. Carolyn keene s most popular book is the secret of the old clock nancy drew mystery stori. The company that was the creator of the nancy drew series, the stratemeyer syndicate, hired a variety of writers. See all books authored by carolyn keene, including the secret of the old clock, and the hidden staircase, and more on. Im twentyeight now and its just as great now as it was then.
Book one by carolyn keene, 9780448479699, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Her search not only tests her keen mind but also leads her into a thrilling adventure. Carolyn keene books biography and list of works author. Buy a cheap copy of the secret of the old clock book by carolyn keene. Carolyn keene is a pen name used by a variety of authors for the classic nancy drew mystery series. Very minimal writing or notations in margins not affecting the text. A special treat for nancy drew fans, and any reader whos new to the series. I first began reading nancy drew books in 3rd or 4th grade.
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