Die-hard mystery fans are always on the hunt for their next supremely satisfying whodunit. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Strong cadence and rhythm, smoky and sultry, twists and turns to keep me walking longer in order to prolong my exercise time. No wonder Perry Mason started with such a bang - two and three volumes a year, numerous print runs, movies, the works. The Case of the Velvet Claws Is this complicated or what! Perry Mason reminded me more of a detective in the book form than I figured. Menu. Audio CD. The Case of the Velvet Claws (Perry Mason, #1) by Erle Stanley Gardner 3.84 avg rating — 3,739 ratings — published 1933 — 57 editions The Colonial Radio Theatre on Brilliance Audio, 2010-12-15. The writing is clean, simple, straightforward (suggests Michael Connelly's Harry Bosch style), and delivers the character with an unapologetic, unbending stare. Death of a Lady (The Inspector Felix Mysteries Book 1), The Man in the Brown Suit (Dover Mystery Classics), Temptation (The Samuel Elijah Johnson Series Book 2), Force of Justice: A Legal Thriller (Brad Madison Legal Thriller Series Book 1). One of Erie Stanley Gardner's Perry Mason mysteries -- I don't remember which one -- was the first grown-up book I ever read. Plot summary. His behavior is questionable. I favored the grocery store, cause it was a longer walk to the other store, even if they had the better sci-fi selection. Although a bit dated now, it is still an intriguing and captivating mystery. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. (THE CASE OF THE VELVET CLAWS was Perry Mason's debut, back in 1933.) There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. He always kept a Gardner book in the glove compartment of our car, because we only had the one and so he often spent time waiting to pick one of us up. The actual title of this episode is Erle Stanley Gardner's The Case of the Velvet Claws. This mystery is a quick, easy read about Perry Mason, a lawyer who takes on a case of Eva Belter. The Case of the Velvet Claws : Erle Stanley Gardner : 9781531826819 We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. This writer could go far... even a Judy and Richard book club choice! ', 'It's a damn good story. I did though really enjoyed this story. The Case of the Velvet Claws by Erle Stanley Gardner - 1st Edition - 1933 - from Bookbid Rare Books (SKU: 108023) Home Bookbid Rare Books The Case of the Velvet Claws The Case of the Velvet Claws His most popular books starred the incomparable attorney-sleuth Perry Mason. 1930s. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. She is Perry’s client, named not Eva Griffin but Eva Belter. The politician and Eva had been together at a restaurant when there was an attempted robbery. To help you stock that Want to Read shelf, we asked... California lawyer Perry Mason takes on a client, Eva Belter, who is described and instantly hated, as “all velvet and claws” by his secretary Della Street. Erle Stanley Gardner (Author of The Case of the Velvet Claws) Five suspects. Mr. Gardner died in 1970, and Raymond Burr in 1993; but in the novels (now recently reissued in colorful vintage packages by Ballantine), Perry Mason lives!--Joe Blades, Associate Publisher. And it seemed to be fairly pedestrian and tootling towards a somewhat obvious (with admittedly a few twists and turns) conclusion, but there, The Case of the Velvet Claws by Erle Stanley Gardner is the first Perry Mason book.Perry Mason takes on a case of blackmail involving a sleazy paper and ends up defending his deceiving client of murder. The first of the famed Perry Mason series is enjoyable provided you allow for the 1930's setting, social times, relationships between men & women, bosses and secretaries, etc. The Case of the Velvet Claws by Erle Stanley Gardner is the first Perry Mason book.Perry Mason takes on a case of blackmail involving a sleazy paper and ends up defending his deceiving client of murder. With that said, this book is a good, solid read. and that's why we don't read books by white men from the 1930s. Book Overview This description may be from another edition of this product. The first thing you notice that Mason is not necessary following the law by the book. Innovative and restless in his nature, he was bored by the routine of legal practice, the only part of which he enjoyed was trial work and the development of trial strategy. The books I only discovered last year and this was my 4th one read. Planning to continue the series. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Justice was served! Barcelona: Biblioteca Oro / Editorial Molino, 1935. Will the trial bring justice or more pain for those left behind? Erle Stanley Gardner was an American lawyer and author of detective stories who also published under the pseudonyms A.A. Fair, Kyle Corning, Charles M. Green, Carleton Kendrake, Charles J. Kenny, Les Tillray, and Robert Parr. There's a forged will too. Eva exclaims, "I'm in trouble." He is more like an old time Dick or P.I. A very interesting case. Finally available, The Mystery of the Yellow Room by Gaston Leroux, on a freshly published and beautifully edited paperback ed. His behavior is questionable. Plot summary. I love the old who done it mysteries. ', and 'Now listen, Lam," he said, "you’re a nice egg but you’ve got yourself poured into the wrong pan.' Full Book Name: The Case of the Velvet Claws (Perry Mason #1) Author Name: Erle Stanley Gardner; Book Genre: Crime, Detective, Fiction, Mystery; ISBN # 9780345323170; Date of Publication: 1933– PDF / EPUB File Name: The_Case_of_the_Velvet_Claws_-_Erle_Stanley_Gardner.pdf, The_Case_of_the_Velvet_Claws_-_Erle_Stanley_Gardner.epub; PDF File Size: 776 KB Refresh and try again. Force of Justice is the bestselling first installment of the gripping Brad Madison legal thriller series. It's not long before George takes a bullet to the heart as he's getting out of his bath. Now, the American Bar... Free Shipping on all orders over $10. A woman visits lawyer Perry Mason using the name Eva Griffin and asking for help because Spicy Bits, a scandal sheet known to be a conduit for blackmail is trying to shake her down. A woman visits lawyer Perry Mason using the name Eva Griffin and asking for help because Spicy Bits, a scandal sheet known to be a conduit for blackmail is trying to shake her down. He never missed an episode of the TV show starring Raymond Burr, and not only read all the Erle Stanley Gardner books but also read books by the people who wrote scripts for the TV show, like Jonathan Latimer. The Case of the Velvet Claws Thanks to a bungled robbery at a fancy hotel, the already-married Eva Griffin has been caught in the company of a prominent congressman. No wonder Perry Mason started with such a bang - two and three volumes a year, numerous print runs, movies, the works. Eva Belter is caught in a photo leaving an illegal gambling club with a politician. But for all the other characters (except for maybe Della Street, the assistant), I couldn't figure out what kind of people they were, because the focus was on the story, and minimal character development. This is the first book of the Perry Mason Series. I'm looking forward to continuing the series again. This reminded me of a Mike Hammer novel without all of the gunplay. All in all, a good mystery with an ending I had not figured out in advance. The Case of the Lazy Lover (The Perry Mason Mysteries (1)), The Case of the Careless Kitten: A Perry Mason Mystery (American Mystery Classics), The Case of the Baited Hook: A Perry Mason Mystery, Case of the Sulky Girl, The (Perry Mason Series), Perry Mason and the Case of the Lucky Legs: A Radio Dramatization (Perry Mason (A Radio Dramatization)), Case of the Blonde Bonanza, The (Perry Mason Series), Case of the Deadly Toy, The (Perry Mason Series), The Case of the Lonely Heiress (The Perry Mason Mysteries (2)), The Case of the Horrified Heirs (Perry Mason Mystery), The Case of the Dubious Bridegroom (The Perry Mason Mysteries (3)). Perry follows the trail of Spicy Bits to its secret owner, a man considered to be a respectable member of society. California lawyer Perry Mason takes on a client, Eva Belter, who is described and instantly hated, as “all velvet and claws” by his secretary Della Street. It has the classic feel to it as well with the hard-boiled twists. In 1933, the first Perry Mason book was written, "The Case of the Velvet Claws." Four motives. It didn't affect the story at all, but took me out of the moment. This section needs expansion. Listen to The Case of the Velvet Claws by Erle Stanley Gardner,Alexander Cendese with a free trial.\nListen to unlimited* audiobooks on the web, iPad, iPhone and Android. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. If I had to describe Perry Mason in brief, I'd probably say he's the complete antithesis of Sherlock Holmes. His most popular books starred the incomparable attorney-sleuth Perry Mason. Gardner continued to practice law until 1933, the year that saw the publication of his novel, The Case of the Velvet Claws, which introduced the character of Perry Mason. 9 3/8" Tall. Criminal lawyer and all-time #1 mystery author Erle Stanley Gardner wrote close to 150 novels that have sold 300 million copies worldwide. Eva's husband George is behind tabloid editor Frank Locke’s blackmail of Congressman Harrison Burke. Welcome back. Erle Stanley Gardner (July 17, 1889 – March 11, 1970) was an American lawyer and author.He is best known for the Perry Mason series of detective stories, but he wrote numerous other novels and shorter pieces and also a series of nonfiction books, mostly narrations of his travels through Baja California and other regions in Mexico.. He even goes to court unlike this one! She is Perry’s client, named not. August 1985 ', 'It's a damn good story. Dead in Denver. I can't believe I missed reading this one when I was on my Perry Mason binge back in the 1970s and 1980s. Please try your request again later. The story was engaging and the plot twists keeps you turning the pages. Such a great read - your mind wants to visualize every scene. Well, so, I've never read (as opposed to have seen) Perry Mason before, so I decided to start at the beginning. It's not long before Geo. Although a bit dated now, it is still an intriguing and captivating mystery. Terms of Sale. First Illustrated Edition . Is she ever. Perry follows the trail of Spicy Bits to its secret owner, a man considered to be a respectable member of society. He'll have to choose quickly. There is no courtroom scene in the entire novel, which is prevalent in the later books. Erle Stanley Gardner was an American lawyer and author of detective stories who also published under the pseudonyms, “I told you just what she was—all velvet and claws!”. I mean sometimes they would have as many as ten or twelve I could select from. How can I do it? Spine may show signs of wear. Bear in mind I’m not judging the series, but rather the first in the series of Perry Mason. Please try again. But for all the other characters (except for maybe Della Street, the assistant), I couldn't figure out what kind of people they were, because the focus was on the story, and minimal character development. Such a great read - your mind wants to visualize every scene. At this beginning point of the series we are told that Della Street, Mason's secretary, has been working for him for five years so he has been in practice as a lawyer at least that long. 50 quotes from Erle Stanley Gardner: 'I like what I like and not what I'm supposed to like because of mass rating. I did though really enjoyed this story. The Case of the Perjured Parrot. A sentient AI, Clones, Supreme Creatures & an evil conglomerate in a dystopian world are ready for war. I'm not sure he needs to, 5 Stars. Time is running out! Very Good. Garras De Terciopelo [The Case of the Velvet Claws] by Gardner, Erle Stanley. It's an excellent introduction to the main characters that populate Gardner's world, and for those familiar with the television adaptation, this novel introduces Drumm instead of Tragg, who appeared during later seasons. The Case of the Velvet Claws Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Mason’s projects himself to be a “fighter” for his clients, but to say his methods are … Erle Stanley Gardner introduced the famous character of Perry Mason in 1933’s The Case of the Velvet Claws. The Case of the Velvet Claws is a 1936 mystery film, based on the first Perry Mason novel by Erle Stanley Gardner and featuring the fourth and final appearance of Warren William as defense attorney Mason. Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2018. The Case of the Velvet Claws is a 1936 mystery film, based on the first Perry Mason novel (1933) by Erle Stanley Gardner and featuring the fourth and final appearance of … Find all the books, read about the author, and more. This is the first book of the Perry Mason Series. The politician and Eva had been together at a restaurant when there was an attempted robbery. The story was good although readers under 35 may be puzzled by phrases such as "nix on that hooey" or actions like starting a car by stepping on the starter (this book was written in 1933 and is set in that period). shipping: + $31.50 shipping . I recently read a short story in, This is definitely the first of Gardner's Perry Mason novels, since at the end it refers to his next client as a "sulky girl" (see my review of "The Case Of The Sulky Girl"), and his writing is that of a beginning novelist. Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2020. Married Eva Griffin has been caught with a prominent congressman, and is ready to pay the editor of a sleazy tabloid hush money to protect the politician. A young woman named Eva Griffin visits his office; Della takes an immediate dislike, and calls her, "velvet and claws." I read this book a long time ago and decided to start from the beginning with Audible. Instead, it's highly readable, enjoyable, and not goofy or cheesy in any way. So he has Mason show both sides here. I don't have the book in front of me so I can't quote it but I'll ad-lib; "Perry pushed the starter to the floor, fired up the sedan heading out before the engine had time to warm up and leaving the choke pulled out while the engine sputtered and backfired. To be honest I wasn't expecting this book to be all that much different from the others, but boy was I wrong. I was able to decipher this because he was the protagonist of the book. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. I mean sometimes they would have as many as ten or twelve I could select from. An enemies to lovers legal thriller. Mason becomes more likeable as the series develops. This is definitely the first of Gardner's Perry Mason novels, since at the end it refers to his next client as a "sulky girl" (see my review of "The Case Of The Sulky Girl"), and his writing is that of a beginning novelist. Now, the American Bar Association is bringing back his most famous and enduring novels—featuring criminal defense lawyer and sleuth Perry Mason—in striking trade paperback editions. My grandfather was a Baptist deacon but he worshipped at the altar of Perry Mason. I've found some in used book stores, This is the first book of the series featuring criminal defense attorney Perry Mason and his gang: his secretary Della Street and a private detective Paul Drake whose services Mason uses quite often. Please try again. But in true Perry Mason style, he vows to fight for his client no matter the cost. The story opens up with Mason being a lawyer for 5 years now and he has his trusty assistant Della Street. A good solid mystery, but the formula used in later books with the big courtroom finale is not here. One of the biggest problems in The Case of the Velvet Claws is Perry Mason himself. The Case of the Velvet Claws is a 1936 mystery film, based on the first Perry Mason novel (1933) by Erle Stanley Gardner and featuring the fourth and final appearance of Warren William as defense attorney Mason. I love the old who done it mysteries. He's accused of murder. ', and 'Now listen, Lam," he said, "you’re a nice egg but you’ve got yourself poured into the wrong pan.' Both want to stay out of "Spicy Bits," a gossip rag which may publish the details. (August 2020). He even goes to court unlike this one! In this particular book Eva Griffin hires Perry Mason to represent her. Then, the man’s wife walks into the room, changing everything. and the novel starts out with the classy, well dressed Dame (sorry, but I’m being historically correct) coming to Mason for help and after several twists and turns, it heads for a typical Mason ending. The character was also portrayed each weekday on a long-running radio series, Criminal lawyer and bestselling mystery author Erle Stanley Gardner wrote nearly 150 novels that have sold 300 million copies worldwide. I was able to decipher this because he was the protagonist of the book. I loved revisiting this series and thought the narrator did a wonderful job in bringing the characters to life. The Case of the Velvet Claws book. I loved revisiting this series and thought the narrator did a wonderful job in bringing the characters to life. I'm assuming the series gets better. In this particular book Eva Griffin hires Perry Mason to represent her. If you have any comments, write them on the back of a check. To see what your friends thought of this book, Audible.com is where I found it. They were accidentally on the scene at a restaurant when a murder took place. ", with an inflection in his voice that said, 'you need to buy something or get your ass out of here.'. They disagree on everything including her defense strategy. To protect the politico, Eva's ready to pay the editor of a sleazy tabloid his hush money. Perry Mason and the Case of the Velvet Claws: A Radio Dramatization (Perry Mason (A Radio Dramatization)) by Gardner, Erle Stanley; Elliott, M. J.; Robbins, Jerry [Reader]; The Colonial Radio Players [Reader];. This section needs expansion. Having watched the show with him as a kid, and later having read a few of the books, I thought I knew this character well. Erle Stanley Gardner introduced the famous character of Perry Mason in 1933’s The Case of the Velvet Claws. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Brought back some memories of reading the classic Hardy Boys books (both the series were written around the same time). Details about The Case of the Velvet Claws | Erle Stanley Gardner | Grosset & Dunlap | C.1936. Author Gardner had over 135 million copies of his books in print in North America in 1969. i like the flawed Mason over the tv Mason. Inspector Felix investigates. Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2016. Married, she has also been stepping out with Harrison Burke, a Congressman in an election race for the US Senate. Erle Stanley Gardber's very first "Perry Mason" story, first printed in 1933. But first Perry Mason tracks down the publisher of the blackmailing tabloid and discovers a shocking secret, which eventually leads to Mason being accused of murder. This was an interesting story and Perry Mason in the 30's was much more coarse than the sanitized TV version. To protect the politico, Eva's ready to pay the editor of a sleazy tabloid his hush money. Shared by:GSaunders Written by Erle Stanley Gardner Format: MP3 Bitrate: 64 Kbps Unabridged alifornia lawyer Perry Mason takes on as client Eva Belter, hated as “all velvet and claws” by his secretary Della Street. His most popular books starred the incomparable attorney-sleuth Perry Mason. Patchwork Man is the gripping first book in the Patchwork People thriller series. I read this book a long time ago and decided to start from the beginning with Audible. When a self-absorbed woman named “Eva Griffin” comes to Perry Mason claiming her powerful husband is blackmailing her, Perry’s intrepid secretary Della Street doesn’t trust her. The Case of the Velvet Claws (Perry Mason #1 - Erle Stanley Gardner audio book torrent free download, 136537. I'm a fan of Perry Mason as a character (television, film, radio show) and I've read excerpts from the original novel stories in mystery magazines in the past. See all 5 questions about The Case of the Velvet Claws…, The Haycraft-Queen Definitive Library of Crime, Detective and Mystery Fiction, Cozy Mystery Series - First Book of a Series, The Case of the Velvet Claws, by Erle Stanley, Goodreads Editors (and CEO) Share Their Mystery Picks. I'm looking forward t. The Case of the Velvet Claws by Erle Stanley Gardner is the first Perry Mason book.Perry Mason takes on a case of blackmail involving a sleazy paper and ends up defending his deceiving client of murder. Finding actual physical books can be a challenge. Very much enjoyed this book. by Random House Ballantine, The Case of the Velvet Claws (Perry Mason, #1). Twists galore. Buy The Case of the Velvet Claws (The Best Mysteries of All Time) by Gardner, Erle Stanley (ISBN: 9780762188789) from Amazon's Book Store. a hard boiled lawyer does whatever it takes to win his cases. Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2018. Even today, more than 65 years later, this tale, remains a “hot potato” in Israel. Money can buy you many things but immortality isn’t one of them. Perfect book to walk to. … At this beginning point of the series we are told that Della. There have been six motion pictures based on his work and the hugely popular Perry Mason television series starring Raymond Burr, which aired for nine years. To protect the politico, Eva's ready to pay the editor of a sleazy tabloid his hush money. And evidently Gardner develops the character of Mason more fully as a good guy as the series progressed because in this one Mason does the following: breaks traffic laws, basically blackmails a potential client for a fee, tells a person to lie to the police, hits and knocks down a (bad) guy on a public sidewalk (in front of witnesses, mind you), and pays a police investigator for information, and that's all in just the first 100 pages! The Case of the Velvet Claws | Erle Stanley Gardner | Grosset & Dunlap | C.1936 ... Vintage Nancy Drew by Carolyn Keene lot of 45 Books Grosset & Dunlap Hardcover. In Sickness and in Health: Marriage vows just aren't what they used to be. Did she die trapped and alone, or was there foul play? This is the first of 82 novels and several shorts. Very skilfully done. Never expected it to be this good, but it exceeded expectations. Later, when Eva overhears her husband arguing with a man just before being shot, she claims it was Perry’s voice she heard arguing with the murdered man. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. A riveting historical thriller! The story was good although readers under 35 may be puzzled by phrases such as "nix on that hooey" or actions like starting a car by stepping on the starter (this book was written in 1933 and is set in that period). And I very much dislike the things I don't like. The Colonial Radio Theatre on Brilliance Audio, 2010-12-15. Read 331 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. This is Erle Stanley Gardner's own copy. Didn't you say you wanted action? The Case If The Velvet Claw; Perry Mason (Pocket Books #73) Erle Stanley Gardner (Author) Published by Pocket Books, Inc. (January 1, 1943) (1943) But in the long run, when you look at the characters and they look more, The first Perry Mason and this Perry is a tough guy. Near Fine. The Case of the Velvet Claws (The Best Mysteries of All Time): Gardner, Erle Stanley: 9780762188789: Amazon.com: Books. What I did not know at the time I bought this book was that it's the very first Perry Mason mystery. And I very much dislike the things I don't like. The story opens up with Mason being a lawyer for 5 years now and he has his trusty assistant Della Street. The story is dated in the manner in which the characters act and talk, but it is still filled with intrigue and suspense to keep you guessing. It benefits his nephew Carl, who is engaged to the daughter of Mrs. Veitch, the Belters’ secretive housekeeper. Like some other readers, I enjoyed Mason's "gal friday" Della Street, and overall, the cast of characters. Buy a cheap copy of The Case of the Velvet Claws book by Erle Stanley Gardner. I read many more through my teens. If you are opting for the best Erle Stanley Gardner book series, you … The Case of the Velvet Claws Thanks to a bungled robbery at a fancy hotel, the already-married Eva Griffin has been caught in the company of a prominent congressman. Criminal lawyer and bestselling mystery author Erle Stanley Gardner wrote nearly … We’d love your help. 5 Stars. 96 pp. Case of the Velvet Claws, The (Perry Mason Series), Brilliance Audio; Unabridged edition (October 11, 2016), Previous page of related Sponsored Products. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 7, 2020, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 5, 2017, ... time I've been hooked on Perry Mason and would recommend not just this book but the entire series, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 12, 2015, Since I read this book for the first time I've been hooked on Perry Mason and would recommend not just this book but the entire series.