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Erle Stanley Gardner
Perry Mason
Perry Mason
40 books
Complete series
About this series
Erle Stanley Gardner's Perry Mason series features the brilliant defense attorney Perry Mason as he takes on seemingly impossible cases. Mason uses his sharp intellect and unconventional methods to defend his clients, often exposing unexpected truths and outwitting the prosecution. These classic legal thrillers offer intricate plots and dramatic courtroom battles.
Books
The Case of the Velvet Claws
Perry Mason #1
The case of the sulky girl
Perry Mason #2
The case of the lucky legs
Perry Mason #3
The Case of the Curious Bride
Perry Mason #5
The case of the counterfeit eye
Perry Mason #6
The case of the caretaker's cat
Perry Mason #7
The case of the dangerous dowager
Perry Mason #10
The case of the lame canary
Perry Mason #11
The Case of the Rolling Bones
Perry Mason #15
The Case of the Silent Partner
Perry Mason #17
The case of the haunted husband
Perry Mason #18
The Case of the Empty Tin
Perry Mason #19
The Case of the Careless Kitten
Perry Mason #21
The case of the buried clock
Perry Mason #22
The case of the drowsy mosquito
Perry Mason #23
The Case of the Crooked Candle
Perry Mason #24
The case of the half-wakened wife
Perry Mason #27
The case of the borrowed brunette
Perry Mason #28
The Case of the Fan-Dancer's Horse
Perry Mason #29
The case of the lonely heiress
Perry Mason #31
The Case of the Cautious Coquette
Perry Mason #34
The case of the negligent nymph
Perry Mason #35
The Case of the Hesitant Hostess
Perry Mason #41
The Case of the Nervous Accomplice
Perry Mason #48
The case of the gilded lily
Perry Mason #51
The case of the screaming woman
Perry Mason #53
The case of the daring decoy
Perry Mason #54
The case of the long-legged models
Perry Mason #55
The Case of the Foot-Loose Doll
Perry Mason #56
The case of the deadly toy
Perry Mason #58
The Case of the Mythical Monkeys
Perry Mason #59
The Case of the Waylaid Wolf
Perry Mason #61
The case of the spurious spinster
Perry Mason #64
The Case of the Bigamous Spouse
Perry Mason #65
The Case of the Reluctant Model
Perry Mason #66
The case of the mischievous doll
Perry Mason #69
The Case of the Beautiful Beggar
Perry Mason #76
The case of the fabulous fake
Perry Mason #80
Erle Stanley Gardner, seven complete novels
Perry Mason
The case of the fan-dancer's horse / The case of the hesitant hostess
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The case of the crimson kiss
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The Case of the Sun Bather's Diary
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The Case of the Demure Defendant
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The case of the crying swallow
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best reading order for the Perry Mason series?
The Perry Mason novels can largely be read as standalone mysteries, as each book presents a new case for the defense attorney. While there isn't a strict overarching plot that requires chronological reading, following the publication order allows readers to observe the subtle evolution of the characters and Gardner's writing style.
Are there any TV or movie adaptations of the Perry Mason series?
The Perry Mason series has been extensively adapted for television, most notably with the long-running CBS series starring Raymond Burr, which closely followed the structure of the novels. There have also been several made-for-TV movies and a more recent HBO series that offers a different interpretation of the character's origins.
How does the Perry Mason series compare to Erle Stanley Gardner's other works?
While Perry Mason is Gardner's most famous creation, his other series, such as those featuring District Attorney Doug Selby or private detective Bertha Cool and Donald Lam, often explore similar themes of legal intrigue and criminal investigation, but from different perspectives within the justice system.