James Bond Cars Book - By Assouline

James Bond Cars Book - By AssoulineIntroducing James Bond Cars, by Assouline, a large format coffee table book celebrating the vehicles of 007. From the iconic Aston Martin DB5 to Goldfinger's golden Rolls Royce, the cars of Bond have taken us on exhilarating chases, into the air and underwater over the past six decades. This meticulously researched book is authored by Oscar winning SFX co ordinator, Chris Corbould, OBE, who has worked on 15 Bond films. It takes you on the drive of

Introducing James Bond Cars, by Assouline, a large format coffee table book celebrating the vehicles of 007. From the iconic Aston Martin DB5 to Goldfinger's golden Rolls Royce, the cars of Bond have taken us on exhilarating chases, into the air and underwater over the past six decades. This meticulously researched book is authored by Oscar winning SFX co-ordinator, Chris Corbould, OBE, who has worked on 15 Bond films. It takes you on the drive of your life, with insights from the film-making team.

Backstory. From Aston Martins fitted with ejector seats and water cannons to a Lotus Esprit reborn as a submarine, to a Venetian gondola improbably reimagined as a hovercraft, the vehicles of the James Bond cinematic franchise are as iconic as the spy himself. 

Details.  In James Bond Cars, explore the iconic vehicles that have played a pivotal role in Bond's adventures. Each chapter offers insider insights and unforgettable scenes, like the his history with Aston Martin, Daniel Craig's high-speed car chase in Rome, helicopters, speedboats, blimps, snowmobiles, jet-packs and You Only Live Twice' Little Nellie autogyro.

Dimensions. 25cm x 33cm x 4cm | 328 pages

The makers. Founded in Paris in 1994 by Prosper and Martine Assouline, Assouline began with the desire to create a new, contemporary style of book, with visually rich stories and compelling narratives. Guided by their passion for knowledge, culture and travel, the Assoulines have since expanded their vision to 1,700 publications. With a distinguished team of creative talents—which includes the founders' son Alexandre—the brand continues to reinvent the notion of true luxury. Assouline’s roster of collaborators includes some of the world’s most respected brands, artists, photographers, writers and designers.