Mr. Keen, tracer of lost persons
Subtitle: a complete history and episode log of radio's most durable detective
By: Jim Cox.
Publisher: McFarland
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 364
Subjects: Mr. Keen, tracer of lost persons (Radio program)
Other titles: Mister Keen, tracer of lost persons
Description: "That "kindly old investigator," Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons, sought missing persons and unraveled crimes longer than any other fictional detective ever heard or seen on the air. For 18 years (1937-1955) and 1690 nationwide broadcasts, Keen and his faithful assistant, Mike Clancy, kept listeners coming back for more. The nearest competitor, Nick Carter, Master Detective, ran for only 726 broadcasts." "This history presents a portrait of both the beloved character and the venerable dramatic series, recounting the major changes the show underwent, the actors and creators behind the series, and the ongoing development of the Mr. Keen character. A complete episode guide details all of the program's 1690 broadcasts."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 349-350) and index.