Nancy Drew 52: The Secret of the Forgotten City

Nancy Drew 52: The Secret of the Forgotten City
Author: Carolyn Keene
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 1975-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1101077530

Gold! There are rumors that long ago a treasure was hidden in a city now buried under the Nevada desert. Nancy and her friends plan to join a dig sponsored by two colleges to hunt for the gold. Before she starts, the young sleuth receives an ancient stone table with petroglyphs on it. With this amazing clue, however, come a threat and danger from a thief who also wants the treasure. One harrowing adventure after another besets Nancy, Bess, George, Ned, Burt, and Dave in 102-degree temperatures as they pursue Nancy’s hunches above and below ground. They are assisted by a fine woman and a young geology student, but both are unwilling participants in a strange plot. In the end Nancy and Ned nearly lose their lives, just after she has discovered the priceless hidden treasure of gold.

Mystery of the Glowing Eye

Mystery of the Glowing Eye
Author: Carolyn Keene
Publisher:
Total Pages: 202
Release: 1974
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780448195513

A fiery glowing eye in a museum, the abduction of Ned, the code name Cyclops, and a pilotless helicopter draw Nancy and her friends into a dangerous investigation.

Forgotten City Secrets

Forgotten City Secrets
Author: Azhar ul Haque Sario
Publisher: epubli
Total Pages: 143
Release: 2024-10-04
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3759886663

"Forgotten City Secrets" takes readers on an immersive journey through the ruins of an abandoned metropolis. Each chapter reveals a different facet of the city's former glory and the mysteries surrounding its downfall. The journey begins in a grand, decaying theater, hinting at a vibrant cultural scene now lost to time. Next, a haunted hospital evokes chilling tales of forgotten patients and staff, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural. The exploration continues into an illicit underground speakeasy, where secrets of the Prohibition era linger. An abandoned subway station serves as a time capsule, preserving the stories of commuters and the events that led to its closure. Ascending to a hidden rooftop garden, readers find a tranquil oasis reclaimed by nature, offering a stark contrast to the urban decay below. The discovery of a secret passage unravels clandestine operations and hidden societies, adding a layer of intrigue to the city's history. A deserted mansion, once a symbol of wealth and power, now stands as a testament to the fleeting nature of fortune. The remnants of an amusement park evoke a bittersweet nostalgia for days of laughter and joy. Venturing into the depths of a submerged city, readers uncover a watery grave of secrets and artifacts, while a forgotten library holds the untold stories and wisdom of a lost civilization. Through vivid descriptions and a captivating narrative, "Forgotten City Secrets" paints a poignant portrait of urban decay, historical intrigue, and the enduring power of human stories. Each chapter invites readers to piece together the fragments of a forgotten past, unraveling the mysteries that lie hidden within the city's crumbling walls.

Hardy Boys 29: The Secret of the Lost Tunnel

Hardy Boys 29: The Secret of the Lost Tunnel
Author: Franklin W. Dixon
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 1950-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1101076437

Difficult assignments are nothing new to the Hardy boys and this one that takes them to the Deep South is particularly challenging. Their mission: to vindicate a long-dead Confederate general, disgraced during the Civil War because he was accused of stealing hidden gold belonging to a bank. Skillfully avoiding booby traps and flying bullets, the boys persevere in their perilous quest. The arduous search is full of surprises that will thrill all fans of the Hardy boys.

The Secret of Shadow Ranch #5

The Secret of Shadow Ranch #5
Author: Carolyn Keene
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2015-10-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0448489058

Nancy is looking forward to a fun-filled vacation at Shadow Ranch, but she soon finds herself involved in solving a baffling mystery.

Hardy Boys 25: The Secret Panel

Hardy Boys 25: The Secret Panel
Author: Franklin W. Dixon
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 1946-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1101076399

Another exciting mystery begins for Frank and Joe when they help a stranger who has had an accident with his car. The man introduces himself as John Mead, owner of a nearby estate. But when the Hardy boys find an odd-looking house key and try to return it, they realize that John Mead died five years ago! They are even more amazed when they find that the intricately carved doors in the deserted mansion have no visible knobs or keylocks. What happens when Frank and Joe discover that there is a link between their father’s case of thieves and the mysterious Mead mansion will keep the reader on edge with thrills and suspense.

The Secret of the Caves #7

The Secret of the Caves #7
Author: Franklin W. Dixon
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2017-10-17
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0515159093

The Hardy Boys series, first published in 1927, has sold more than 70 million copies! Now with a brand-new look, this is an edition that collectors won't want to miss! In The Secret of the Caves, the seventh book in the incredibly popular, long-running series, Frank and Joe Hardy discover the secret of the Honeycomb Caves while searching for a missing professor. A special treat for Hardy Boys fans and any reader who's new to the series!

Hardy Boys 17: The Secret Warning

Hardy Boys 17: The Secret Warning
Author: Franklin W. Dixon
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 1938-06-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1101076313

Strange events involve Frank and Joe Hardy in a mystery which shrouds an ancient treasure—the golden head of the Pharaoh Rhamaton IV. The owner of the million-dollar golden Pharaoh’s head claims it was aboard the freighter Katawa, which sank not far from Whalebone Island. But suspicious developments indicate that Mehmet Zufar may be trying to defraud the shipping line’s insurance company. Frank and Joe enthusiastically accept the challenge of their famous detective father to assist him in investigating the complex case for Transmarine Underwriters.

The Secret of Red Gate Farm #6

The Secret of Red Gate Farm #6
Author: Carolyn Keene
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2015-10-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0448489066

Nancy and her friends must unravel the secrets of mysterious conspiracy and track down a ring of counterfeiters.

The Secret of the Old Mill #3

The Secret of the Old Mill #3
Author: Franklin W. Dixon
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2016-05-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0448489546

The Hardy Boys series, first published in 1927, has sold more than 70 million copies! Now with a brand-new look, this is an edition that collectors won't want to miss! In The Secret of the Old Mill, the third book in the incredibly popular, long-running series, Frank and Joe Hardy are on the case to bust a counterfeit money ring. A special treat for Hardy Boys fans and any reader who's new to the series.