Famous Five card game - 1951

The Famous Five Card Game by Enid Blyton (1897-1968) was illustrated by Eileen A. Soper and published by Pepys Games (Castell Brothers Limited), 14-17 St Cross Street, Hatton Garden, London E.C.1. in 1951. 

The card game is based on the Famous Five series of adventure books written by Enid Blyton for boys and girls, and depicts stories from four of the favourite books in the series. Blyton's total literary output was of an estimated 800 books over roughly 40 years. Some critics feel that Blyton's stereotyped depictions of gender, race and social class, coupled with a restricted use of language militates against the development of wider literary qualities in her readership.

 The game has 44 cards consisting of four sets of 8 “Adventure” cards, four “Danger” cards, two “General Danger” cards and six “All Safe” cards. The object of the game is to be the first player to complete any set of “Adventure” cards by playing the No. 8 card.

We have two copies available in different conditions und the Hoyles Vintage Grading System.

Grade 2

Tuck box in great condition aside for some writing on the front and some wear to the corners, all cards are present in excellent order with no rips, tears, creases, dog ears or marking. Plus original Pepys rules and all. 

Grade 3

Contained in the original box which is edge worn and has been extensively repaired with tape. However  all cards are present in excellent order with no rips, tears, creases, dog ears or marking along with the original rules booklet.