Vintage 1942 Perry Mason Paperback Mystery — The Case of the Curious Bride — Erle Stanley Gardner | Pocket Books No. 77, Classic Detective Fiction
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This is a well-loved vintage Perry Mason mystery with one of those can’t-look-away pulp covers: a bride, a mirror, and a chilling reflection that promises trouble.
In The Case of the Curious Bride, a nervous young woman comes to Mason with a question that feels impossible—can someone be convicted of murder if there’s no body? From there it’s lies, false identities, and courtroom pressure, with Mason doing what he does best: outthinking everyone in the room.
Photo-verified Pocket Books edition—complete, readable, and perfect for collectors who like their classics with honest wear and real history.
Quick Specs
- Item Type: Vintage paperback novel
- Size: 7 × 4 × 0.50 inches
- Material: Paper paperback binding
- Color: Illustrated black/yellow/cream cover with orange accent band
- Origin or Maker: Pocket Books Inc., New York
- Year or Era: 1942 (Pocket Books printing history page lists 1st printing Sept. 1942; copyright 1934)
- GENRE: Classic Mystery / Detective Fiction
- Language / Pages: English / 252 pages
Edition & Features
- condition/Printing: Pocket Books edition (cover shows “Pocket Book edition complete and unabridged”; printing history page lists Pocket Books 1st printing Sept. 1942)
- Extras: “War effort” paper notice on front matter; Pocket Books No. 77 on cover
Condition Grade: Fair
Notes: Well-read copy with heavy cover creasing and surface wear; edge/corner rubbing and small losses along the spine/edges visible in photos. Page block shows a water stain on the page ends (noted), and pages are noticeably toned with age. Binding appears intact and the book is complete.
- See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
About the Author: ERLE STANLEY GARDNER
Erle Stanley Gardner created Perry Mason, the sharp, relentless defense attorney who helped define the fast-paced American courtroom mystery.
For pulp-cover collectors and classic mystery readers—this one looks like it’s already lived a few plot twists.
Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show minor signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact piece you’ll receive — please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
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Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.
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Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.
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With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.
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Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.
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