Thrilling Cities

Ian Fleming traveled to fourteen exotic cities in 1959, exploring their back alleys, underground haunts, and mingling with celebrities, gangsters, and geishas. His vivid snapshots of a mysterious, vanished world have become a classic travelogue.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: Ian Fleming Publications Limited

Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond, embarked on a thrilling journey in 1959, commissioned by the Sunday Times to explore fourteen of the world's most exotic cities. With a sheaf of visas, a suitcase, and his trusty typewriter, Fleming set out to capture the essence of these vibrant cities in his unique style. From Hong Kong to Honolulu, New York to Naples, he left the bright main streets behind and ventured into the back alleys, seeking out the hidden gems and mingling with celebrities, gangsters, and geishas. The result is a series of vivid snapshots of a mysterious, vanished world that Fleming has brought to life in his inimitable way. Join us on this unforgettable and uniquely personal journey through the sights, sounds, food, and drink of some of the thrilling cities in the world.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781906772901
Edition number: New ed