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The Tower Treasure: Hardy Boys Book 1
The Tower Treasure
The Hardy Boys Book 1
Crowe's Classics Edition
When a priceless collection of jewels and securities is stolen from the Tower Mansion, Frank and Joe Hardy are determined to crack the case. With quick wits and fearless courage, the teenage brothers follow a trail of mysterious clues that leads them deep into danger — and straight toward the truth.This edition is a complete and unabridged reprint of the original 1927 text that introduced the world to Frank and Joe Hardy. Experience the classic adventure exactly as it was first published, full of the excitement, clever detection, and wholesome thrills that made the series a beloved favorite for generations.
Includes a new foreword by R.J. Crowe.
In this special foreword, R.J. Crowe explores the profound significance of the Hardy Boys in his own life and in the broader landscape of young American literature. His personal reflections highlight why these stories remain timeless and continue to inspire young readers today.
Perfect for collectors, nostalgia readers, and new fans of classic children’s mystery and adventure.
Discover the book that started it all — the beginning of one of America’s most enduring mystery series.
The Hardy Boys Book 1
Crowe's Classics Edition
When a priceless collection of jewels and securities is stolen from the Tower Mansion, Frank and Joe Hardy are determined to crack the case. With quick wits and fearless courage, the teenage brothers follow a trail of mysterious clues that leads them deep into danger — and straight toward the truth.This edition is a complete and unabridged reprint of the original 1927 text that introduced the world to Frank and Joe Hardy. Experience the classic adventure exactly as it was first published, full of the excitement, clever detection, and wholesome thrills that made the series a beloved favorite for generations.
Includes a new foreword by R.J. Crowe.
In this special foreword, R.J. Crowe explores the profound significance of the Hardy Boys in his own life and in the broader landscape of young American literature. His personal reflections highlight why these stories remain timeless and continue to inspire young readers today.
Perfect for collectors, nostalgia readers, and new fans of classic children’s mystery and adventure.
Discover the book that started it all — the beginning of one of America’s most enduring mystery series.
218 pages, Paperback
Published July 8, 2026
About the author
Franklin W. Dixon
963 books1,018 followersFranklin W. Dixon is the pen name used by a variety of different authors who were part of a team that wrote The Hardy Boys novels for the Stratemeyer Syndicate (now owned by Simon & Schuster). Dixon was also the writer attributed for the Ted Scott Flying Stories series, published by Grosset & Dunlap.
Canadian author Leslie McFarlane is believed to have written the first sixteen Hardy Boys books, but worked to a detailed plot and character outline for each story. The outlines are believed to have originated with Edward Stratemeyer, with later books outlined by his daughters Edna C. Squier and Harriet Stratemeyer Adams. Edward and Harriet also edited all books in the series through the mid-1960s. Other writers of the original books include MacFarlane's wife Amy, John Button, Andrew E. Svenson, and Adams herself; most of the outlines were done by Adams and Svenson. A number of other writers and editors were recruited to revise the outlines and update the texts in line with a more modern sensibility, starting in the late 1950s.
The principal author for the Ted Scott books was John W. Duffield.
Canadian author Leslie McFarlane is believed to have written the first sixteen Hardy Boys books, but worked to a detailed plot and character outline for each story. The outlines are believed to have originated with Edward Stratemeyer, with later books outlined by his daughters Edna C. Squier and Harriet Stratemeyer Adams. Edward and Harriet also edited all books in the series through the mid-1960s. Other writers of the original books include MacFarlane's wife Amy, John Button, Andrew E. Svenson, and Adams herself; most of the outlines were done by Adams and Svenson. A number of other writers and editors were recruited to revise the outlines and update the texts in line with a more modern sensibility, starting in the late 1950s.
The principal author for the Ted Scott books was John W. Duffield.
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