- Hardcover: 176 pages
- Publisher: Meredith Books,U.S.; illustrated edition edition (6 Nov 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0696236249
- ISBN-13: 978-0696236242
- Product Dimensions: 20 x 16.6 x 2 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,566,278 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Nancy Drew, everyone's favourite young sleuth, has solved mysteries involving old clocks, twisted candles, velvet masks, broken lockets, and other unusual clues. But as you read the books, you may not have noticed the wealth of advice within them. That's why Nancy has compiled a collection of insightful quotes that address the mysteries of life. This book was created for today's modern woman who grew up with the wisdom and wit of Nancy Drew. Written in classic Nancy style, it includes quotes on everything from friendship and relationships to career advice. Filled with memorable and fun illustrations of Nancy over the past 75 years, this book is a must-have for women of all ages.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
I'm so glad I discovered this book!
26 Sep 2009
Format:Hardcover
I have long been crazy about Nancy Drew. Just seeing the old book covers gives me a nostalgic thrill, taking me back to reading under the tent I loved to create under sheets and blankets, enjoying the ultimate joy of reading Nancy Drew books by flashlight!
Clues for Real Life: The Wit and Wisdom of Nancy Drew was just the thing to take me back to those wonderful times. This is a book to treasure, and would put Nancy, herself to the blush since it defies her very own advice: "Don't make yourself appear to be too perfect..."
I would not hesitate for one minute to recommend this to any hard-core girl-sleuth, no matter what her age. The illustrations are classic and the writing is just the kind of chatty information that one would expect from a chum!
Don't miss it!
Clues for Real Life: The Wit and Wisdom of Nancy Drew was just the thing to take me back to those wonderful times. This is a book to treasure, and would put Nancy, herself to the blush since it defies her very own advice: "Don't make yourself appear to be too perfect..."
I would not hesitate for one minute to recommend this to any hard-core girl-sleuth, no matter what her age. The illustrations are classic and the writing is just the kind of chatty information that one would expect from a chum!
Don't miss it!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
A Treasure for Nancy Drew Fans
4 Sep 2009
Format:Hardcover
The color illustrations from older and revised Nancy Drew Books make this book well worth the purchase price. Add to this the fact that it is compiled by Jennifer Fisher, an avid collector, researcher and generous sharer of her knowledge of all things Drew...and you have a must have reference book, a delightful gift book for a Nancy Drew Fan, or just a fine book in all ways. And I do mean all ways.
The paper in the hardcover I bought is heavy and of the best quality. If I could stand to use an exacto knife, which I could not bring myself to do, I would cut out many of the charming illustrations and either frame them or collage them.
As for the content, it is clever, highly readable and full of fun facts that stir fond memories for readers who love the older unrevised editions as well as those who are only familiar with the modern Nancy Drews. Anyone "clueless" with the true "mystery" surrounding the actual identity of Carolyn Keene will learn some remarkable facts that, again, make the book a must have.
I have just received "Clues for Real Life", and became so impressed with just a first look, I had to write this review. And I will probably write another one in a few days after I have time to really read and have fun with this treasure. Jennifer Fisher has dug deeply into sources of information that most of us would have to spend days finding, time traveling to investigate, much of which would not be available to even a persistently curious person.
I am surprised that Jennifer Fisher's name is not listed on the cover. She has a topnotch website, is consulted by film-makers, plans conventions and has thousands of faithful followers, young and old, who look upon her as the foremost Nancy Drew Diva on the planet. This oversight is a mystery to me and a confusion to many who search for the book. I am convinced this is the reason more people have not reviewed the book. They don't know it exists. I myself thought I had made an error when my email confirmation invoice listed Stephanie Karpinski as editor. While thrilled that someone else had enough interest to put together a book about the Nancy Drew Phenomenon, I wanted a book that I knew would not disappoint me by being silly or containing alot of psychological jargon and scholarly opinions. I have many such books and some are worthwhile, but I am looking forward to the publication of a book in the works by Jennifer Fisher called "Nancy Drew Sleuth: 75 Years of Mystery Revealed." Look for it. Meanwhile, enjoy this charming book.
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I hope it is permissable to list a link. I am not related to or employed by any publisher or author of the above mentioned materials!
The paper in the hardcover I bought is heavy and of the best quality. If I could stand to use an exacto knife, which I could not bring myself to do, I would cut out many of the charming illustrations and either frame them or collage them.
As for the content, it is clever, highly readable and full of fun facts that stir fond memories for readers who love the older unrevised editions as well as those who are only familiar with the modern Nancy Drews. Anyone "clueless" with the true "mystery" surrounding the actual identity of Carolyn Keene will learn some remarkable facts that, again, make the book a must have.
I have just received "Clues for Real Life", and became so impressed with just a first look, I had to write this review. And I will probably write another one in a few days after I have time to really read and have fun with this treasure. Jennifer Fisher has dug deeply into sources of information that most of us would have to spend days finding, time traveling to investigate, much of which would not be available to even a persistently curious person.
I am surprised that Jennifer Fisher's name is not listed on the cover. She has a topnotch website, is consulted by film-makers, plans conventions and has thousands of faithful followers, young and old, who look upon her as the foremost Nancy Drew Diva on the planet. This oversight is a mystery to me and a confusion to many who search for the book. I am convinced this is the reason more people have not reviewed the book. They don't know it exists. I myself thought I had made an error when my email confirmation invoice listed Stephanie Karpinski as editor. While thrilled that someone else had enough interest to put together a book about the Nancy Drew Phenomenon, I wanted a book that I knew would not disappoint me by being silly or containing alot of psychological jargon and scholarly opinions. I have many such books and some are worthwhile, but I am looking forward to the publication of a book in the works by Jennifer Fisher called "Nancy Drew Sleuth: 75 Years of Mystery Revealed." Look for it. Meanwhile, enjoy this charming book.
[...]
I hope it is permissable to list a link. I am not related to or employed by any publisher or author of the above mentioned materials!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Interesting for Classic Nancy Drew Fans
12 July 2009
Format:Hardcover
If you like classic Nancy Drew, you'll probably like this too. By classic, I mean the old, hard-cover, yellow-jacketed books 1-56. If you're to get anything out of this book, it will greatly help to have read at least a good number of these old classics. The book is basically the "big lessons" Nancy got out of her sleuthing experiences. Comments she would make on guys, danger, and best friends.
Ch 1 also mentions some of the history behind the Carolyn Keene thing. It's interesting to read but not really a "must have" book. Most kids probably won't like it, but the sophisticated ones might. It's not a mystery, more like a little quiz book for you to test yourself about knowledge of Nancy Drew.
Ch 1 also mentions some of the history behind the Carolyn Keene thing. It's interesting to read but not really a "must have" book. Most kids probably won't like it, but the sophisticated ones might. It's not a mystery, more like a little quiz book for you to test yourself about knowledge of Nancy Drew.
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