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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Topics/Categories:

007, Biography, Film Criticism, Ian Fleming, James Bond, Literary Criticism, Movies, Thrillers

Type of Work:

Book

Publishers:

Dodd Mead, Inc.

Awards:

Nominated for Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Biographical/Critical Work 1984

Purchase From:

Amazon.com

Original Publish Date:

1984-11-12

ISBNs:

0-396-08384-6 1-85283-233-9 1-4011-0284-0

Publishing Notes:

Originally published by Dodd Mead in 1984. Updated edition published 1988. Now available as a Print On Demand book from the author.

Formats:

Hardcover Trade Paperback