Darker Than the Sun: The Bond Movie Atlas

Embark on a thrilling global adventure like no other as we take you deep into the world of the suave and enigmatic British spy, James Bond. Darker than the Sun: The Bond Movie Atlas is your passport to the iconic missions of Agent 007, meticulously charted on an epic worldwide journey.

With approximately 150 stunning photographs, you’ll be transported to the very places where the action unfolds. Immerse yourself in the allure of the settings, with images capturing both the real-life locations and behind-the-scenes glimpses from the film sets. It’s an unparalleled visual experience that puts you right in the midst of the action.

Each film comes alive with a global locator, allowing you to trace Bond’s footsteps across the world, and detailed maps that bring key Bond destinations to life. As you explore these maps, Ajay Chowdhury and Matthew Field’s expertly crafted text will be your guide, offering fascinating insights into the locations themselves and recounting thrilling stories from the set.

This is not just a book; it’s a cinematic journey, an atlas of adventure, and a treasure trove of Bond lore. Whether you’re a die-hard 007 fan or a globe-trotting explorer, Darker than the Sun: The Bond Movie Atlasis the ultimate companion for those seeking to uncover the secrets of 007’s world. Prepare to be shaken and stirred by the beauty, mystery, and intrigue of James Bond’s globe-trotting exploits.

Journalist Matthew Field is the author of Some Kind of Hero: The Remarkable Story of the James Bond Films, The Making of the Italian Job and a biography of Michael Caine. He regularly writes for M16 Confidential (the world’s most visited unofficial James Bond website) and Cinema Retro magazine. He currently serves on the board of directors of The Ian Fleming Foundation and was a consultant on the acclaimed James Bond documentary ’Everything or Nothing’.

AJAY 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.