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SIGNED BY AUTHOR IAN FLEMING

Lot No. 53: FLEMING, IAN

FROM RUSSIA, WITH LOVE JAMES BOND

  • Medium: Printed Book
  • Year: 1959
  • Size: 7 x 4.4 inches
  • Place: London

Unsold (reserve not met) ₹9,900

Estimate

10,000 - 15,000


Estimate US$

120-180

Ends at Nov 28, 2024 08:00 PM IST

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FLEMING, IAN

FROM RUSSIA, WITH LOVE JAMES BOND

Year: 1959
Size: 17.8 x 11.2 cm (7 x 4.4 inches)

Published by Pan Books Ltd., PP 206. Soft bound

Signed to the inside page 'Ian Fleming'

From Russia with Love is a novel written by British author Ian Fleming, and it is the fifth installment in his James Bond series. The book was published in 1957 and is set during the height of the Cold War, with the plot revolving around a Soviet plot to assassinate James Bond, the fictional British Secret Service agent known as 007.

The novel's plot centers on a plan devised by the Soviet intelligence agency, SMERSH, to lure Bond into a trap by using a beautiful cipher clerk named Tatiana Romanova. Tatiana offers to defect to the West with a top-secret Soviet decoding machine known as the Lektor, but Bond suspects that it may be a trap.

As Bond travels to Istanbul to meet Tatiana, he faces various challenges, including deadly assassins, double agents, and a vicious villain named Red Grant.

The novel is known for its intricate plot, action-packed sequences, and suspenseful storytelling. It features many of the elements that became trademarks of the James Bond series, including exotic locations, high-stakes espionage, fast cars, and glamorous women. Fleming's vivid descriptions and attention to detail create a rich and immersive world for readers to experience.

The book was well-received by both critics and readers upon its release and is often considered one of Fleming's best works. It has been praised for its engaging plot, compelling characters, and Fleming's skillful blend of espionage, action, and romance. From Russia with Love has been adapted into a successful film of the same name in 1963 as part of the official James Bond film franchise, and it has also been referenced and parodied in various other media over the years. Today, From Russia with Love is regarded as a classic of the spy thriller genre and is widely considered one of the best entries in the James Bond series.
Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman
Good Condition
Nickname Amount(Rs) Type Date & Time(IST)
1 anon0142 9900.00 Regular 28-11-2024 07:11:17 PM IST
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