{"product_id":"darker-than-the-sun-an-atlas-of-james-bond-movie-locations-hardcover","title":"Darker Than the Sun: An Atlas of James Bond Movie Locations - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMatthew Field\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAjay Chowdhury\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\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, glamor. and adventure. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEach chapter is dedicated to a single film from the series, presented in chronological order, and includes: \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\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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatthew Field is the world's leading authority on The Italian Job. In 2009, he co-produced and directed a feature-length documentary about the film for Paramount Pictures. Field has written numerous books on cinema, including the autobiography of Oscar-winning film producer, Michael Deeley. Most recently he co-authored Some Kind Of Hero: The Remarkable Story of the James Bond Films. He has worked on feature films around the world producing behind-the-scenes marketing materials, and in 2019 completed work on Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again for Universal Pictures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAJAY CHOWDHURY\u003c\/b\u003e 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\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.95 x 10.4 x 9.34 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 11, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51889723801888,"sku":"9780711293267","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/EuxLvp5fi69780711293267.webp?v=1781936849","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/darker-than-the-sun-an-atlas-of-james-bond-movie-locations-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}