Nancy Drew mysteries consistently emphasize traditional American values, but the early books in the series reflect the social insensitivity of the time when they were written. There is much talk about manners and breeding, and a maid is described as "willing but somewhat stupid." Likewise, in The Secret of the Old Clock, racial stereotyping is seen in the treatment of Jeff Tucker, the black caretaker at the Tophams' cabin, who is portrayed as a somewhat comic.....
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