Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons : A Complete History and Episode Log of Radio's Most Durable Detective

That "kindly old investigator," Mr. Keen , 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 726 broadcasts. This definitive history recounts the actors and creators behind the series, the changes the show underwent, and the development of the Mr. Keen character. A complete episode guide details all of the program's 1,690 broadcasts. Presenting a portrait of both the ""kindly old investigator", and the venerable dramatic series, this book examines the significance of the sleuth in American entertainment and defines each Keen era.