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Dear Bond fan, 

With summer over I'm back to work, or trying to get back into the rhythm of it at least. 

I managed to do a lot of swimming and some decent snorkelling too and feel pretty good for it. I loved snorkelling from a young age, ever since my dad brough home a mask and fins when I must have been 8 or 9. Much later I used to dive a lot too.

For my first snorkel of the year I went with a friend from the most northerly town on the Costa Brava and swam along the rocky coastline into French waters. The entire swim took well over 2 hours and was around 3 miles in total, but we spent a lot of time exploring coves and caves. I slept well that night!

It was a bit of a mixed summer though. My mum died at the beginning of the month after suffering from dementia for a few years. I remember as a kid she would bring home old James Bond paperbacks from a book stall at our weekly market, as well as borrow Bond books for me from the local library. At least in part I've got her to thank for my love of Ian Fleming's books. Dementia is a really hard disease to deal with and the person she once was no longer existed. In the end it was time for her to go and the feeling was more relief than sorrow. 

Enough of me, let's take a look at what's going on with 007!

Sunspel offers new customers exclusive 20% discount on the iconic navy polo worn by Bond until 3rd September.

Sunspel is offering new customers exclusive 20% discount on the iconic navy polo worn by James Bond in Casino Royale. Move fast though as the offer expires today!

Sunspel’s Riviera polo offer

NEWS

Michael Gillette’s fresh Bond covers once again bring his design expertise to Ian Fleming’s classic novels. 

To mark the 60th anniversary of the death of James Bond’s creator, Ian Fleming Publications revealed new cover designs for all fourteen of his James Bond books by the acclaimed Michael Gillette.

New James Bond hardcover artwork revealed

Daniel Craig and Barbara Broccoli reportedly making progress on a new film project – but it’s not Bond 26.

Back in June, we reported that Daniel Craig and Bond producer Barbara Broccoli were in talks with Qatari investors to secure funding for a film adaptation of Othello. Now it looks like it's happening.

Daniel Craig reunites with Barbara Broccoli on new film

Issue #73 of the full-colour James Bond magazine MI6 Confidential is now shipping worldwide. 

There is not much that has not already been written about the seminal 1964 film Goldfinger, but one aspect that is often overlooked is the science and technological marvels that wowed audiences and fuelled a sub-genre of ‘spy-fi’ in the 1960s. In this issue we delve into the film’s laser, homers, gold paint and machines that go ping and ask – how much of it holds true?

MI6 Confidential #73: Science of Goldfinger

AUGUST TOP 10

The 10 most popular pages on The James Bond Dossier last month were:

1. Bond 26
2. The James Bond books
3. James Bond news
4. The Bond movies
5. The James Bond chord
6. No Time to Die: Italy filming locations
7. James Bond’s lifestyle
8. The Vesper story arc: Shooting down the official narrative
9. Walther PPK
10. The best James Bond novels

FEATURES

Javier E. Trujillo reviews the third issue of Dynamite’s 2024 volume of James Bond: 007! 

Snakes! Why did it have to be snakes? And why is one in outer space with James Bond? Also, Moneypenny goes on a date!

Review: James Bond: 007 (2024) #3 from Dynamite

George Lazenby’s wardrobe in On Her Majesty’s Secret Service blended classic elegance with contemporary 1960s fashion trends.

When Sean Connery first stepped down as 007 after You Only Live Twice, George Lazenby was working as a model. Undeterred by his lack of acting experience, Lazenby decided to pursue the role with laser focus and determination.

George Lazenby and the evolution of James Bond clothing

With Roger Moore as James Bond, clothes and accessories reflected the trends of 70s and 80s fashion.

Roger Moore portrayed James Bond from 1973 to 1985, bringing a unique blend of wit, charm, and impeccable style to the role. His version of 007 stood out for its sophistication and elegance, which were reflected in his carefully curated wardrobe.
Patreon subscribers only: Redefining the wardrobe of James Bond: clothes in Roger Moore’s films

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YOUTUBE

In my most recent YouTube video I look at what Barbara Broccoli is up to right now and how it means her focus may not be Bond 26.

I hope you enjoy it. If you've got anything to say about it then I'd love to read your comment on YouTube. 

If you haven't already seen them check out my previous videos about the state of Bond 26:

• No actor yet! What's happening?
• Barbara Broccoli said WHAT!?
• Bond 26: Nolan denies he'll direct
• Bond 26: stop asking the wrong question
• Bond 26 Questions
• Bond 26 on hold? Barbara Broccoli's 2024 movie projects suggest so

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That's it for this month. The next newsletter should be out a few days ahead of James Bond Day. 

See you then!

David Leigh
The James Bond Dossier

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