MI6 previews the forthcoming book James Bond in the 21st Century : Why We Still Need 007 by Glenn Yeffeth - a collection of essays charting the franchise's evolution...

Book Preview: James Bond In The 21st Century
18th May 2006

James Bond in the 21st Century: Why We Still Need 007

Preview
The staying power of the world’s most dashing secret agent and the evolution of the James Bond franchise are explored in this smart yet nostalgic collection of essays.

Leading writers, including Raymond Benson, J. A. Konrath, and Raelynn Hillhouse discuss the 10 sexiest Bond girls, the best villains, and the controversy surrounding the latest actor to play James Bond.

Topics covered range from the playful—how to build a secret lair and avoid the perennial mistakes made by would-be world dominators—to the thought-provoking, such as Bond’s place in the modern world, his Oedipal tendencies and perceived misogyny, and the unerring allure of the charming spy.

As the cover notes, the book is "completely unauthorized" by the official James Bond rights holders.

Data Stream
Publisher: Benbella Books
Release Date: 28th September 2006
Format: Paperback
Pages: 256
ISBN: 193377102X
RRP: $17.95

 


Above: Front cover artwork (not final).

 

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