That was what Ian Fleming initially called his hero in the typescript of “Casino Royale,” first published in April 1953.

1960: Ian Fleming, British author and creator of James ... English actor David Niven (1910- 1983) as Sir James Bond in the spy spoof 'Casino Royale', 1967. ... [+] (Photo by Silver Screen ...

Perhaps the most famous spy in cinematic history, James Bond first debuted in 1953 with writer Ian Fleming’s Casino Royale.

The remakes that have eclipsed the original films have demonstrated that when approached with creativity and respect, ...

Ian Fleming's James Bond book series ... s Secret Service Bond travels to Royale-les-Eaux (also a locale in Casino Royale), checking into the Hotel Splendide, where he meets the beautiful ...

It was also the inspiration for the casino in Ian Fleming's first Bond book, "Casino Royale." Recent visitors said the casino is a must-see when you're in Monaco, citing its grand decor ...

In 1952, vacationing newspaper executive Ian Fleming sat down at his Jamaican retreat and started to write the book that would become Casino Royale, the first of 14 novels and short stories ...

Collectors of luxury editions of classic books will want to check out the new additions to The Folio Society's January sale. As well as the titles already announced, The Folio Society has now added a ...

Daniel Craig's James Bond stole the show at the Opening Ceremony. In this WSJ After Hours, Elva Ramirez uncovers the Vesper Martini, which made its debut in Ian Fleming's "Casino Royale." ...