The Mount Prospect Historical Society will soon offer a fascinating program about America’s favorite fictional teen sleuth – Nancy Drew.
Join expert Susan Becker to discover the story behind Nancy Drew at 1 p.m., Saturday, October 29 at the Society’s Central School, 103 S. Maple St., Mount Prospect.
First bursting on the scene in 1930, Nancy was an immediate success with girls yearning for a feminist role model before they even knew they wanted one. Nancy Drew Mysteries continue to be read today more than 80 years since her creation, mostly by granddaughters encouraged by grandmothers with fond memories of their time spent with the iconic girl detective.
“A magazine article spurred my interest in Nancy Drew several years ago,” says Becker. “I was intrigued to discover the true history of Nancy and her creator.”
And don’t think that you are going to learn about Carolyn Keene! Nancy Drew’s true creator was Edward Stratemeyer, who took the pen name of Carolyn Keene when writing his Nancy Drew stories. Stratemeyer was the most prolific author of 20th century juvenile literature of whom you have never heard!
During his lifetime he developed over 125 different series, which in addition to the beloved Nancy Drew, included Tom Swift, the Bobbsey Twins and the Hardy Boys. Books and other items of interest will be on display.
Becker, who read her first Nancy Drew book at the age of eight, added, “I wish I hadn’t given away my own collection to a younger cousin.”
Tickets are $12 per person. Space is limited and take note that Society programs have sold out in the past. So, reservations must be made in advance. Light refreshments will be served.
For more information or to reserve your spot, please visit the Society’s website: www.mtphist.org or phone 847-392-9006.
We’re right in the neighborhood. Come see what we have to offer!
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