A special treat for Nancy Drew fans! Out just in time for Nancy's 80th anniversary, we're releasing a limited number of copies of The Secret of the Old Clock, the first book in the series. It's the exciting mystery that readers have fallen in love with for 80 years, with a terrific new look and bonus material! Collectors won't want to miss this.

Length: 191 pages	Word Wise: Enabled	Enhanced Typesetting: Enabled
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About the Author

Franklin W. Dixon and Carolyn Keene are the pen names for Edward L. Stratemeyer who originally began both series. It is not proven, but said, that his daughters updated and continued the series after their father's death in 1930.

Product details

File Size: 2088 KB
Print Length: 191 pages
Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0448095017
Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap (January 1, 1959)
Publication Date: May 1, 1930
Sold by: Penguin Group (USA) LLC
Language: English
ASIN: B001R11CJY
Text-to-Speech: Enabled

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Word Wise: Enabled
Lending: Not Enabled
Screen Reader: Supported

Enhanced Typesetting: Enabled

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This Rewritten Version is a Great Read for Children...

ByFCD117on September 17, 2015

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I am reading some children's books as a grandparent. I wish to participate in reading activities with my grandchildren and great nieces and nephews, etc... In keeping with that I read this specific version of this book. I am under the impression it is a rewrite of a book for the 1930s that may have had some stereotyping. I did NOT read the earlier version so I am depending on the advice of others. I did find THIS version to be very well done. I found no inappropriate language or themes. In this version, Nancy Drew is 18 years old. Her father is an attorney. She has her own car, a convertible. Her various clothing outfits are described in some small detail.

The book itself is neither lengthy or tedious. My sense is that some young ladies may enjoy this book more than some young males. That is not to say I did not enjoy it myself. I did enjoy it.

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NOT MUCH RESEMBLANCE

ByDONALD L COMPTONon July 5, 2014

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I have a copy of the book from 1930 and there is not a whole lot of resemblance between the story in my book and your version. Frankly, I like my book version a lot better than the one you sold me. Relationships are changed, names are somewhat different, and the story in my book is far more exciting than yours. Your version, it seems to me, is someone writing down what they remember of the story.

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No wonder I graduated summa cum laude

ByL. Simmonson June 26, 2014

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Hadn't read a Nancy Drew book in 40 years but now have a 7-year-old... We read the second in the series (Hidden Staircase) aloud together. Then I downloaded this book (The Secret of the Old Clock) onto my Kindle and stayed up past my bedtime to finish it. Next day I decided my daughter needed a Kindle of her own. Two days later, I loaded her new Kindle with a dozen good books for age 8-12. Guess which she picked to read first? She is reading like in a trance this morning--while walking here and there and eating breakfast.

My perspective has changed since I read these books as a child--often aloud to my little sister. Wow, what terrific books! The vocabulary is rich. The sentence structures are engaging. Then consider the content. The heroine, Nancy Drew, is smart and brave. She interacts with people in appropriate ways. She actually has leadership qualities. The plots are exciting in a who-done-it fast-paced way, even though at times improbable. This is exactly one of the types of books I want my daughter to read.

This book would be great as a read-aloud to most 7 and 8-year-olds. The reading level is probably best for most slightly older children (9-12?). My daughter recently tested at sixth grade level in reading and Nancy Drew is challenging for her, especially the vocabulary. Nancy is good competition for video games. Enjoy the book(s)!

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not what it was advertised to be

ByReader in D'townon April 25, 2014

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I'm teaching a course on women mystery writers and wanted the original 1930s Nancy Drew. This is a revised Nancy Drew from the 50s or 60s. She's been toned down and washed out. Bah humbug.

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Kindle Edition has Serious Typographical Errors!

ByAmazon Customeron June 14, 2017

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I loved Nancy Drew books as a child and was looking for something to read on my ipad, so I downloaded a few books. Just as great to read today! The only issue with these Kindle editions is that there are serious typos! Who formatted these? The word "kidnapped" is misspelled frequently and twice the word "having" was spelled "hawing". It's distracting!

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I have enjoyed the other books in this series that I have ...

ByKelley Jordanon April 14, 2017

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I have not read the book yet, I have been a Nancy Drew fan since 1978 and wanted the first book for my collection. I do plan on reading it. I have enjoyed the other books in this series that I have read.

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Original copyright is the best. I get lost in the

ByKaren Santoroon September 30, 2015

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When I was younger never really took an interest in Nancy Drew Books,rather watch the TV show.When i was younger was all bout reading The Bobbesy Twins.Now that I'm adult I took a sudden interest in reading books again other then cookbooks. Let me tell u I'm hooked on Nancy Drew Books can't put the book down,Original copyright is the best .I get lost in the book picture how Nancy goes bout solving the mysterious.'' Nancy Drew and even the Hardy Boys,just not for young adults for adults as well.

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Wonderful

BySusan Fethon August 11, 2015

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This book was written 80yrs ago and still can be read today. I never knew of these books when I was young and I don't recall these in my local library. I heard of these books years later, I enjoyed Nancy Drew movies with Bonita Granville and the Hardy Boys early version made for tv on the Mickey Mouse Show and later briefly the remake show Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys. I read two books years ago
and thought I would like to read the books I never read. I think these books still have an appeal to them and would be enjoyable today as when they first came out. I think parents should encourage their children to read more and introduce them to Nancy Drew and also the Hardy Boys it's worth reading. For an adult it's quick read two days less if you more time to read
Quite enjoyable.

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Great 1st Book of a Series...

What a great way for a young girl to start to enjoy reading. The first in a series of mysteries that will be her collection over time.

Published 2 days ago by Rick Z.

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Great book. My daughter loves it.

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I'm hoping she'll love this one - so we can start adding to ...

I bought this book for my granddaughter who is just finishing third grade, for her summer reading. She is required to read over the summer and one of the suggested categories is...Read more

Published 1 month ago by Nancy Thomas

Five Stars

Nancy is helping people who need it as usual.

Published 2 months ago by Dr. T.

Who would not be in love with that 1930's girl

This is my first ever, Nancy Drew book. I am 61 years old. I made sure to get the original 1930 version.

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Published 3 months ago by Just Frazzled

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This book was a thrill to read for the first time and I'm sure some people read these types of books over and over again.Read more

Published 4 months ago by Kindle Customer

Awesome and u should read it 2

I started reading this when I was a 3 year old and now i am 10 and I still read it. I have reread it 20 times each book and absolutly love it i think u will love it 2 but...Read more

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Only worked for a short time.

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