A British author and journalist. IAN FLEMING, creator of the world's best-known secret agent, was consultant on foreign affairs to the London Sunday Times. In all, he wrote thirteen James Bond novels. The twelfth, You Only Live Twice, is published in hardcover by New American Library; the thirteenth, The Man with the Golden Gun, was published in the spring of 1965. Mr. Fleming died August 12, 1964, at the age of fifty-six.
The Man with the Golden Gun
The Man with the Golden Gun
Synopsis
James Bond is given a dangerous assignment: stop the assassin known as "Pistols" Scaramanga, a master of his craft with a golden gun. After being brainwashed by the Soviets, Bond must regain M's trust by eliminating Scaramanga before he can strike MI6 again. Bond travels to Jamaica, infiltrates Scaramanga's criminal empire, and prepares for a final, deadly duel.
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James BondProtagonist
Francisco ScaramangaAntagonist
ScaramangaAntagonist
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Edition
Man with the Golden GunUnknown, 2024
208 pages
Fleming Publications Limited, IanLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97819157973465 editions available
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Man with the Golden Gun a standalone story?
This novel is the final complete work in the original James Bond series by Ian Fleming. While it features established characters, the central conflict and resolution are contained within this book.
Is there a film adaptation of The Man with the Golden Gun?
A film adaptation starring Roger Moore as James Bond was released in 1974. The movie significantly alters the plot and character motivations from Fleming's novel.