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2009-09-16

Characteristics of the original Bond Girl: Can she take care of herself, or what?

Continuing with the Kingsley Amis analysis of Bond Girls in Ian Fleming books, the following may come as a surprise to those less studied in the world of 007.

2009-09-14

Let’s not argue with those who dislike the “Bond Girl” archetype

Blame this one (too) on Ian Fleming, advised Kingsley Amis in The James Bond Dossier (1965).

2009-09-11

Deborah Lipp on Bond’s martini

The question of “shaken,” rather than “stirred,” is one commonly debated among James Bond fans.

2009-09-10

Origin of the vodka martini

“A dry martini,” James Bond said. “One. In a deep champagne goblet.” essential 007 brand elements, this, too, comes from the fertile mind of his creator, Ian Fleming.

2009-09-09

Origin of the Double O number

Ian Fleming is not only responsible for designating James Bond as “007,” but also for creating a mystique surrounding it.

2009-09-02

How Ian Fleming named “James Bond”

The following as-yet undated interview with Ian Fleming speaks to how he selected the name “James Bond” for his character.