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Highlights
- The most recognizable fictional spy and one of the longest running film franchises, James Bond has inspired a host of other pop culture contributions, including Doctor Who (the Jon Pertwee era), the animated television comedy series Archer, Matt Kindt's comic book series Mind MGMT, Japan's Nakano Spy School Films, the 1960s Italian Eurospy genre, and the recent 007 Legends video game.
- About the Author: Michele Brittany is the book review editor for the Journal of Graphic Novels and Comics and is the co-chair of the Ann Radcliffe Conference held in conjunction with Horror Writers Association's annual Stokercon.
- 288 Pages
- Performing Arts, Film
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About the Book
The most recognizable fictional spy and one of the longest running film franchises, James Bond has inspired a host of other pop culture contributions, including Doctor Who (the Jon Pertwee era), the animated television comedy series Archer, Matt Kindt's comic book series Mind MGMT, Japan's Nakano Spy School Films, the 1960s Italian Eurospy genre, and the recent 007 Legends video game. This collection of new essays analyzes Bond's phenomenal literary and filmic influence over the past 50-plus years. The 14 essays are categorized into five parts: film, television, literature, lifestyle (emphasis on fashion and home decor), and the Bond persona reinterpreted.Book Synopsis
The most recognizable fictional spy and one of the longest running film franchises, James Bond has inspired a host of other pop culture contributions, including Doctor Who (the Jon Pertwee era), the animated television comedy series Archer, Matt Kindt's comic book series Mind MGMT, Japan's Nakano Spy School Films, the 1960s Italian Eurospy genre, and the recent 007 Legends video game. This collection of new essays analyzes Bond's phenomenal literary and filmic influence over the past 50-plus years. The 14 essays are categorized into five parts: film, television, literature, lifestyle (emphasis on fashion and home decor), and the Bond persona reinterpreted.
Review Quotes
"If the world of James Bond fascinates you, then James Bond and Popular Culture will certainly have sections to broaden your knowledge base and cultural awareness of the world's most famous secret agent. We certainly recommend the book as useful research for anyone keen to take their understanding of the influence of Fleming's creation to the next level."-Entertainment Focus
"The book offers a fascinating look at the spy who changed the world on multiple-levels and still managed to surprise audiences with each film."-Boyce McClain's Consumers' Collectors' Corner
"Unquestionably well researched and informative."-Cinema Retro
About the Author
Michele Brittany is the book review editor for the Journal of Graphic Novels and Comics and is the co-chair of the Ann Radcliffe Conference held in conjunction with Horror Writers Association's annual Stokercon. She lives in Glendale, Arizona.Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .88 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 288
Genre: Performing Arts
Sub-Genre: Film
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Theme: History & Criticism
Format: Paperback
Author: Michele Brittany
Language: English
Street Date: November 12, 2014
TCIN: 1003615090
UPC: 9780786477937
Item Number (DPCI): 247-15-8850
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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