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This is a reference book on the fifth series of the TV show Perry Mason, which ran from 1961-62 and comprised 30 episodes. All episodes are included in original air date order, along with complete cast lists, numerous photographs, directorial credits, and a story synopsis for each episode. Perry Mason was an American courtroom drama series aired on CBS from September 21, 1957, to May 22, 1966. The title character, played by Raymond Burr, is a Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer who originally appeared in novels written by Erle Stanley Gardner. Many episodes were based on stories written by Gardner.