Michael gillettes bond girl book covers, from penguins james bond centenary collection. The cape sheets have cape name and logos on title page those with book club are later printings and the above does not apply the cape edition was published first, and is the first edition the 1st print run was 15,000 copies. Royal mail james bond prestige stamp book limited edition. Here are two of the more obscure james bond book adventures. Book club editions casino royale moonraker from russia. Full text of james bond books ian fleming casino royale. Sep 12, 2012 the james bond anthology celebrates the worlds most famous fictional spy, commander james bond, also known as 007.
This means that, theoretically, the 1st printing is the book club edition note. Blackclaws doomsday plot was written by john albano with illustrations by rudy nebres. Goldfinger book club edition james bond hardcover 1959. These were later sent to the book club this means that, theoretically, the 1st printing is the book club edition note. The spy who loved me, one of the james bond first editions published by jonathan cape in london in 1962, with the essential first published 1962 to the inner page, with no later titles stated, this is not the book club edition, not the us edition and not a later printing. Thunderball first edition ian fleming 007 james bond.
Vintage 007 james bond collection ian fleming 14 books set. Jan 25, 2014 here are two of the more obscure james bond book adventures. First edition 1962 ian fleming james bond the spy who loved me. From russia with love book club edition james bond. The dust jacket is the paper that is wrapped around the. Much of the james bond material was drawn directly from flemings. Buy 1st edition hardback ian fleming books and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. On the base of the book someone wrote the letter b in pen. It is important for collectors to identify book club editions and first trade. It was created with the intention of being turned into a film, and is officially credited as being based on a screen treatment by kevin mcclory, jack whittingham and ian fleming, a shared credit which has been. Fleming wrote the book in jamaica whilst the first film in the eon productions series of films, dr.
Collecting ian fleming first edition books rare and. If you have a book that seems smaller than others, it very well may be a book club edition. Collecting ian fleming first edition books rare and antique. Below is a complete bibliography for the james bond novels written by ian fleming all issue points are accounted for and all pictures are of true 1st issue uk first editions this will provide you with all the information you need to identify a 1st edition. The james bond novels published by the book club ian flemings early james bond novels are some of the most collectible first editions in modern fiction. Jun 23, 2016 michael gillettes bond girl book covers, from penguins james bond centenary collection. Six james bond novels, comprising the spy who loved me gildrose productions 1962, along with five the book club edition examples, including goldfinger, for your eyes only, thunderball, you only live twice, and the man with the golden gun, each cloth boards with original dust jacket.
Apr 27, 2011 introduction to collecting first editions of the james bond books by ian fleming. John gardner death is forever james bond uk 1st edition. Ian fleming bibliography uk first editions james bond 007 books. Storm bringer was written by roger mckenzie and illustrated by nestor redondo and del barras. Below is a complete bibliography for the james bond novels written by ian fleming. Ian fleming from russia with love book club edition 1956. But, says sothebys book specialist peter selley, value is entirely dependent on edition and condition, regardless of the title.
To be worth a significant amount, it needs to be a first issue, first edition and not a reprint. Thunderball is the eighth novel, and ninth book, in ian flemings james bond series. We specialise in all aspects of the literary james bond, including ian fleming and the official continuation authors in hardback. As a fan and fanatical james bond collector i always wanted to share my collection with other bond and movie fans. In 1985 play value books released two original james bond 007 adventure storybooks in the u. The cape sheets have cape name and logos on title page those with book club. Precedes the american equivalent by nearly one whole calendar year. After you have completed your purchase, our customer care team will contact you to organize your delivery. Also, if a 1st edition book was signed by a number of bit part actors from the film would that add of. The complete collection celebrates the worlds most famous fictional spy, commander james bond, also known as 007. No by ian fleming, 1958 james bond book club 1st edition with dust jacket.
Included are the spy who loved me 1962, the man with the golden gun. For the reader dedicated to collectable ian fleming books, there are many first edition james bond books in various printings, conditions and price points to suit every collectors desires. He wrote james bond novels, starting with casino royale and ending with octopussy and the living daylights, and all first editions are highly. James bondian fleming novels as special centenary editions. The big screen blockbuster of casino royale sees 007 new boy daniel craig gambling at the french rivieras baccarat tables, but you would need to truly break the bank to afford an original first edition of many of ian flemings james bond books. Values here are estimates based on experience and are. Ian fleming archives buy and sell first edition books. The interest in this form of investment has risen considerably, so much so the financial times. Top 10 most collectable james bond paperbacks artistic. Ian fleming bibliography uk first editions james bond. Youll likely recover the cost of this book very quickly, with your new ability to figure out whats a first edition and whats not. In fact, theres a question as to whether or not this is a book club edition or a retail reprint. With an introduction by nicholas lezard, literary critic for the guardian.
Flemings last full bond novel, the man with the golden gun, had a first edition, first issue print run of 82,000. They actually have the cape imprint on the title page, but copies of this book club edition are worth a fraction of the true cape first. As such, perhaps as many of half of the print run are exlibrary books which are only marginally considered to be collectible. Its easy to use, and small and light enough to fit in your pocket. From the first book, casino royale, to the last, you only live twice, readers will appreciate the genius and remarkable abilities of bonds creator, ian fleming. List of james bond novels and short stories wikipedia. Shipping and handling charges are included in the purchase price. There are some notable exceptions in which the book club edition.
Penguin books in the first james bond book, casino royale 1953, bond orders a martini. Just over half a century ago, ian fleming, the creator of james bond, died. Jul 19, 2015 the james bond novels published by the book club ian flemings early james bond novels are some of the most collectible first editions in modern fiction. Oct 23, 2015 collecting ian fleming first edition books. Discover our readytowear, accessories, collectibles and memorabilia. The best three would probably be enjoyable to anyone who likes a spy novel. How to find, buy, and sell used and rare books by ian c. The initial and secondary print runs sold out, with over 60,000 books sold in the first month.
Oct 30, 2019 this information is provided because often, book club editions of books tend to be smaller than the original. Included are the spy who loved me 1962, the man with the golden gun 1965, and you only live twice 1964. Now, an author of a new book on fleming picks the ten best books about the iconic character. The james bond anthology celebrates the worlds most famous fictional spy, commander james bond, also known as 007. The first novel, casino royale commands eye watering sums of money and for many lovers of the genre the idea of collecting a full set of the first editions. About 12 years ago, as i began a bookselling business, i bought the first edition of this book and ive often referred to it since. Flemings bond books are perhaps the most popular and iconic thriller series ever produced. Initially created as the main character in a series of spy novels by ian fleming, james bond has become an international spy thriller franchise comprised of movies, books, and video games. Investing in ian fleming james bond 007 first edition books. In the 2006 film adaptation of casino royale, james bond plays texas. This means that, theoretically, the 1st printing is the book club edition. The earlier books have increased value dramatically for a number of reasons. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at.
After collecting more then 30 years i have a large collection of james bond merchandise and collectibles from all over the world. From russia with love book club edition james bond on. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. During his life, fleming wrote a dozen bond books, but james bond would go on to be featured in more than twenty five movies. On her majestys secret service is the tenth novel in ian flemings james bond series, first published in the uk by jonathan cape on 1 april 1963. The first macmillan casino book club edition featuring a knife and cards. Since it was founded in 1926, the book of the month club has been incredibly popular.
Collecting james bond first editions meier and sons. On the base of the book someone wrote the letter b. Collectors frequently ask whether book club editions are first editions, and whether these volumes have any additional value. Values here are estimates based on experience and are only meant.
How to identify ian fleming james bond 007 museum nybro. Drinking with james bond and ian fleming, the official cocktail book ian fleming. Octopussy the last two by ian fleming james bond first edition. Oct 21, 2015 the best bond books according to anthony horowitz by anthony horowitz 21 october 2015 anthony horowitz, the author of the latest bond book, takes us through the 007 works that inspired him, and. In the first edition market, the bond books occupy an interesting and in some respects unparalleled place. How to identify ian fleming james bond 007 museum nybro sweden. Complete uk book club editions of ian flemings james bond.
If a 1st edition book was signed by a leading bond actor recently 30 years after the book was published would that add or detract from the books value. James bond 007 collection 14 book box set paperback 2008. The collectible casino royale hardcovers the book bond. So collectors must track down identifying marks for the first trade edition and compare it to the book club edition. From the first book, casino royale, to the last, you only live twice, readers will appreciate the genius and remarkable abilities of. A collection of book club editions from the james bond novels by ian fleming. As one of the worlds foremost dealers in fine and rare ian fleming first edition books we are able to supply both books and advice to those wishing to seriously invest.
There remains some attraction in identifying with the character and his lifestyle how many men dont secretly desire to be bond at least in some small way. James bond merchandise the official james bond 007 store. Collecting james bond first editions the cataloguers desk. The james bond literary franchise is a series of novels and short stories, first published in 1953 by ian fleming, a british author, journalist, and former naval intelligence officer. In the first edition market, the bond books occupy an interesting and in. Someone wrote 15 cents on the front cover in grease pencil. The spy who loved me, one of the james bond first editions published by jonathan cape in london in 1962, with the essential first published 1962 to the inner page, with no later titles stated, this is not the book club edition, not the us edition and not a later printing this is the first printing of the james bond adventure. James bond 007 by ian fleming, first edition abebooks. James bond, often referred to by his code name, 007, is a british secret service agent. The best bond books according to anthony horowitz british gq. Moonraker book club edition james bond fleming, ian on.
Oct 22, 2012 what follows is my ranking of the these twelve original james bond novels from worst to best. A pocket guide to the identification of first editions details the methods over 4,600 different publishers use to identify their first editions. As is often the case for new authors, many of the first edition of their books are distributed to libraries. Get your dose of ian flemings spy from sean connery to daniel craig with our expert online coverage and a rich, colour print magazine dedicated to spies. Rare books by ian fleming, including first editions, signed first edition, rare copies of the james bond novels, including casino royale, moonraker and octopussy. As describe only 5 books had been read, all in great order. For example, the book reveals felixs background and how he came to be involved with james bond.