{"product_id":"darker-than-the-sun-matthew-field","title":"Darker than the Sun (Matthew Field)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e'For a Bond fan, the book should be required reading.' \u003c\/i\u003e- David Pitt, \u003ci\u003eThe Booklist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'It belongs on any Bond fan's bookshelf.' \u003c\/i\u003e- Raymond Benson, \u003ci\u003eCinema Retro\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore the world of James Bond like never before with \u003ci\u003eDarker Than the Sun\u003c\/i\u003e, a visually rich travelogue charting 007's journey through six decades of espionage, glamour and adventure. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're a lifelong Bond aficionado or a curious traveller drawn to the allure of exotic destinations, this book invites you to follow in the footsteps of the world's most iconic secret agent. From the sun-drenched beaches of Jamaica to the icy peaks of the Swiss Alps, from the neon-lit streets of Bangkok to the grandeur of Venice and Istanbul,\u003ci\u003e Darker Than the Sun\u003c\/i\u003e charts the evolution of Bond's cinematic geography. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach chapter is dedicated to a single film from the series, presented in chronological order, and includes: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOver 200 stunning photographs\u003c\/b\u003e, including behind-the-scenes content, iconic film stills, never-before-seen images from crew members and contemporary shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExclusive new interviews\u003c\/b\u003e with Bond filmmakers, location scouts and production designers, offering \u003cb\u003einsider perspectives\u003c\/b\u003e on how and why each destination was chosen. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGlobal locator maps\u003c\/b\u003e that trace Bond's journeys across continents, highlighting both \u003cb\u003ereal and fictional settings\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFeature maps\u003c\/b\u003e that zoom in on key destinations, revealing \u003cb\u003ehow locations were transformed for the screen\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnecdotes that uncover the \u003cb\u003elogistical challenges and creative decisions\u003c\/b\u003e behind Bond's most memorable moments. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical and cultural context that explores how Bond's locations reflect things like changing global politics, travel trends and filmmaking techniques. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eYou'll discover how Pinewood Studios became a stand-in for Venice, how a Jamaican bauxite mine doubled as Dr. No's lair and how a remote Thai island was transformed into the infamous hideout of Scaramanga. The book also explores the enduring impact of Bond on global tourism, with destinations like Piz Gloria and James Bond Island becoming iconic travel landmarks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrawing from Ian Fleming's original novels, EON screenplays and decades of archival research, authors Matthew Field and Ajay Chowdhury bring their unparalleled Bond expertise to this definitive location compendium. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhether you're planning your own 007-inspired adventure or simply want to relive the thrill of Bond's most unforgettable missions, \u003ci\u003eDarker Than the Sun\u003c\/i\u003e is your passport to the ultimate cinematic journey. \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAutorenportrait\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAJAY CHOWDHURY was born in London and read Law at university there and in The Netherlands. He has since provided legal advice on various motion picture, music, publishing, television and theatrical projects. He was the associate producer on two feature films, Lost Dogs and Flirting with Flamenco and served on the advisory board of Tongues On Fire - The London Asian Film Festival. Ajay is the spokesperson for The James Bond International Fan Club, established in 1979. He edited their James Bond journal, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, and for the last two decades has contributed to numerous books and magazines on the James Bond legacy. He is regularly called upon by worldwide media to commentate on all things 007. He collaborated with Matthew Field on the 800 page biography of the franchise, SOME KIND OF HERO: The Remarkable Story of the James Bond Films published by The History Press last updated in 2018, Remembering Roger Moore (2018) and SEAN CONNERY: A JAMES BOND JOURNEY (2022) both special edition bookazine published by Mi6 Confidential.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWeitere Angaben\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBuch (Hardcover), Englisch, 240 Seiten\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Weltbild.ch: Bücher \u0026 Outlet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65768028832093,"sku":"K098804376","price":27.1,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/8915\/0045\/files\/9880437600001A.jpg?v=1788258009","url":"https:\/\/weltbild.ch\/products\/darker-than-the-sun-matthew-field","provider":"Weltbild.ch Bücher \u0026 Outlet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}