Books by Claire Hines

A study of the Bond phenomenon and its relation to the rise of playboy culture from the 1960s onwards. -- .

The mere hint recently that British actor Idris Elba might take up the mantle of James Bond in future installments of the film franchise was a major international news story-a testament to the enduring interest and appeal of Bond, a figure who has become a true global icon. Fan Phenomena: James Bond explores the devoted fanbase that has hel...

"A Wallflower book published by Columbia University Press"--Title page verso.