The Perry Mason Book: A Comprehensive Guide to America’s Favorite Defender of Justice

Perry Mason, fictional champion lawyer created by author Erle Stanley Gardner and embodied by actor Raymond Burr, is an American cultural icon. His exploits have been enjoyed by generations of fans through books, television, movies, radio, and other media. Drawing on original interviews, correspondence, and production records, this is the first in-depth history of the character, providing a unique behind-the-scenes account of every stage in his development. Included are detailed listings of every one of his cases, thoroughly indexed. No Perry Mason fan – from the casual to the most avid – will want to be without this book.