Ian Fleming: The Bibliography Written By Jon Gilbert

By: Anders Frejdh

Published:
2012-02-18

Following last week's announcement, FSWL is proud to be the first one to reveal more exciting news on Ian Fleming: The Bibliography by Jon Gilbert to be published by Queen Anne Press in October 2012.

Summary:
A comprehensive description of Ian Fleming’s literary oeuvre that ranges from the first draft of Casino Royale in 1952 to editions still being published sixty years later. Unparalleled in scope and scholarship, this is a critical reference book for fans of one of the twentieth century’s greatest thriller writers.

Description:
Ian Fleming was a journalist, publisher, travel writer, motor enthusiast, card player, accomplished golfer and noted bibliophile, but above all he was the creator of secret agent James Bond 007, an icon of popular culture.

Much has been written about Fleming and his legendary creation, but until now there has been no serious bibliographical account of his published work. Ian Fleming: The Bibliography is not only an indispensable source of information for collectors, enthusiasts, libraries and booksellers alike, but an entertaining and informative volume that will appeal to anyone interested in the James Bond phenomenon. It covers every aspect of Fleming's writing, from the manuscript stage, through typescripts, uncorrected proofs, advance and review copies, first and subsequent impressions, paperback printings, omnibus and collected editions, as well as periodical appearances, comic strip adaptations, young reader and large print editions published in Britain and America. There are sections covering Fleming’s more obscure literary endeavours, as well as his published reviews and interviews. Each main entry includes an engaging narrative on the conception, editorial process and marketing of the novel, complemented by a full list of source books. Biographies of Fleming's closest confidants are provided, and a detailed chronology of the author's life completes this bibliographical masterpiece.

The work has been compiled with the approval of Ian Fleming’s literary estate and the assistance of The Ian Fleming Foundation.

About the author:
Jon Gilbert is perhaps the foremost expert on the works of Ian Fleming and the literary history of James Bond. Through Adrian Harrington Ltd, he has become an internationally renowned dealer in rare Fleming material. Ian Fleming: The Bibliography is the result of both a career immersed in the writings of Ian Fleming, and three years intensive research following Fleming’s centenary year in 2008.

About the book:
Format: Hardback, 700 pages with over 1000 illustrations (many in colour)
Binding and price: Standard Edition £150 - Deluxe Edition £250 (prices to be confirmed)
Publisher: Queen Anne Press
ISBN: to be announced

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Editor's note:
Adrian Harrington are acting as distributor for the book, and orders can be placed through them (rare@harringtonbooks.co.uk) or Queen Anne Press (info@queenannepress.com).

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