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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Casino Royale
Book • 1953
In *Casino Royale*, Ian Fleming introduces James Bond, a suave and supercompetent British spy.
Bond is dispatched to the French casino town of Royale-les-Eaux to bankrupt Le Chiffre, a ruthless Russian agent who has embezzled Soviet funds.
The mission involves a high-stakes game of baccarat, and if Bond succeeds, Le Chiffre will likely be executed by his Soviet paymasters.
The novel also delves into Bond's relationship with Vesper Lynd, a mysterious and beautiful agent, and features elements of espionage, torture, and a bitter twist at the end.
The book is known for its vivid descriptions of the casino scenes, Bond's introspective nature, and the philosophical discussions on good and evil.
Bond is dispatched to the French casino town of Royale-les-Eaux to bankrupt Le Chiffre, a ruthless Russian agent who has embezzled Soviet funds.
The mission involves a high-stakes game of baccarat, and if Bond succeeds, Le Chiffre will likely be executed by his Soviet paymasters.
The novel also delves into Bond's relationship with Vesper Lynd, a mysterious and beautiful agent, and features elements of espionage, torture, and a bitter twist at the end.
The book is known for its vivid descriptions of the casino scenes, Bond's introspective nature, and the philosophical discussions on good and evil.
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Mentioned by Chris Winterbauer as the author of the James Bond novels, starting with "Casino Royale".
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Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland when discussing the evolution of James Bond and its reflection of societal changes.
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