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Dr. No
Book • 1958
In 'Dr.
No,' James Bond is sent to Jamaica to investigate the disappearance of the local British agent, John Strangways, and his assistant.
Bond soon discovers that the disappearance is linked to Dr. Julius No, a reclusive megalomaniac with steel pincers for hands, who is working with the Russians to sabotage US test missiles launched from Cape Canaveral.
Bond must navigate through an obstacle course designed by Dr. No, face various deadly challenges, and ultimately confront a giant squid.
The novel is known for its blend of action, espionage, and the iconic villainy of Dr. No, who is one of the most memorable characters in the series.
No,' James Bond is sent to Jamaica to investigate the disappearance of the local British agent, John Strangways, and his assistant.
Bond soon discovers that the disappearance is linked to Dr. Julius No, a reclusive megalomaniac with steel pincers for hands, who is working with the Russians to sabotage US test missiles launched from Cape Canaveral.
Bond must navigate through an obstacle course designed by Dr. No, face various deadly challenges, and ultimately confront a giant squid.
The novel is known for its blend of action, espionage, and the iconic villainy of Dr. No, who is one of the most memorable characters in the series.
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as a fun, light read.


Cal Newport

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as one of Ian Fleming's James Bond novels.

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when discussing James Bond novels.

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as one of the author's previous works, a James Bond parody that's also a philosophical inquiry into the concept of nothingness.

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