The Crooked Banister facts for kids
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| Author | Carolyn Keene |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Series | Nancy Drew Mystery Stories |
| Genre | Juvenile literature |
| Publisher | Grosset & Dunlap |
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Publication date
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1971 |
| Media type | Print (paperback) |
| ISBN | 0-448-09548-3 |
| OCLC | 121411 |
| LC Class | PZ7.K23 Cr |
| Preceded by | The Mysterious Mannequin |
| Followed by | The Secret of Mirror Bay |
The Crooked Banister is the forty-eighth book in the super popular Nancy Drew Mystery Stories series. It was first published in 1971. The book was written under the pen name Carolyn Keene, but the real author was a talented writer named Harriet Stratemeyer Adams. In this exciting mystery, Nancy Drew and her friends find themselves in a very unusual house with a big secret!
Contents
The Mystery of the Crooked Banister
This book takes readers on a thrilling adventure with Nancy Drew. She and her friends, Bess and George, visit a truly unique house. It's called the "zigzag house" because of its strange design, and it even has a crooked banister inside!
Nancy's Exciting Adventure
When Nancy, Bess, and George arrive at the zigzag house, they quickly discover it's full of surprises. One of the most interesting things is an unpredictable robot! But the fun turns into a mystery when they learn that the owner of this strange house has gone missing. Nancy, with her sharp detective skills, knows she has to find out what happened. She needs to locate the missing owner and solve the secrets hidden within the crooked banister house. It's a race against time to uncover the truth!
Meet the Detectives
- Nancy Drew: She is a smart, brave, and resourceful teenage detective. Nancy is always ready to help people and solve tricky cases.
- Bess Marvin: Nancy's cousin and one of her best friends. Bess is a bit more cautious and loves fashion, but she's always there to support Nancy.
- George Fayne: Also Nancy's cousin and Bess's sister. George is sporty, practical, and very loyal. She's often the one who helps Nancy with the more physical parts of a mystery.
Who Wrote This Book?
Many people wonder who "Carolyn Keene" really is, since that name appears on all the Nancy Drew books. It's a bit of a secret!
The Secret Behind Carolyn Keene
"Carolyn Keene" is not one person, but a pseudonym, which means a fake name used by a writer. This name was created by the Stratemeyer Syndicate, a company that planned and wrote many popular children's book series. For The Crooked Banister, the actual writer was Harriet Stratemeyer Adams. She wrote many of the Nancy Drew books and helped keep the series exciting for decades!
About the Nancy Drew Series
The Crooked Banister is just one book in a very long and beloved series. The Nancy Drew Mystery Stories have been popular for many years, with new books still being published today!
A Long-Running Mystery Series
The Nancy Drew series started way back in 1930. Since then, Nancy has solved hundreds of mysteries, traveled all over the world, and inspired millions of readers. The books are known for their exciting plots, clever clues, and Nancy's brave spirit. Even though the books have been around for a long time, they continue to be enjoyed by new generations of young readers who love a good mystery.
