The James Bond Bedside Companion - Hardcover

Benson, Raymond

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0396083838 ISBN 13: 9780396083832

Publisher: Dodd, Mead, 1984

Synopsis

An encyclopedic celebration of 007, the world's most popular secret agent, The James Bond Bedside Companion is the most comprehensive single-volume guide to the James Bond phenomenon available. In addition to an intimate portrait of Ian Fleming as remembered by his friends and colleagues and a detailed analysis of every one of Fleming's James Bond titles, this indispensable collection includes:

-- An in-depth character study of James Bond, including a sketch of his background and early life, detailed descriptions of his trademarked clothing and other personal habits, including his preferences in food and drink, and a portrait of his famous (or infamous) attitudes toward women and marriage;

-- Information about the many by-products of Bondmania and the merchandising of 007, such as Bond's line of toiletries, board games, trading cards, Oddjob Action Dolls, and t-shirts;

-- Contact information for the many James Bond fan clubs around the world;

-- A critical look at the 007 film series that includes a cornucopia of trivia and essential information on the films' producers, screenplays, directors, actors, soundtracks and special effects;

-- Over 100 seldom seen photographs;

-- And enough facts, figures, and miscellanea to satisfy even the most ardent fan.

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About this title

About the Author:

Raymond Benson has written several James Bond novels, including his most recent, Never Dream of Dying. In addition, Benson has written the recent murder-mystery novel, Evil Hours.

About this edition

• Publisher: Dodd, Mead
• Publication date: 1984
• ISBN 10: 0396083838
• ISBN 13: 9780396083832
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 256