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Nancy Drew 52: the Secret of the Forgotten City — Content Guide for Parents

By Carolyn KeeneNational Geographic Books1975-01-01ISBN 9780448095523192 pages
Nancy Drew 52: the Secret of the Forgotten City

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

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.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Nancy Drew 52: the Secret of the Forgotten City appropriate for a 7-year-old?

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  • Does Nancy Drew 52: the Secret of the Forgotten City have violence?

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    No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are present in the narrative of 'The Secret of the Forgotten City'.

  • Does Nancy Drew 52: the Secret of the Forgotten City have racial/cultural content?

    The search results mention that earlier editions of Nancy Drew books contained racial stereotypes, which were removed in later revisions, indicating an awareness of race issues in the series.

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    The character of Nancy Drew is presented as a strong female protagonist, which aligns with themes of female empowerment and progressive gender roles in the context of the series.

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