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London: Bentley 007 / Vintage Books, 2013. [Thriller] SIXTIETH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION by Bentley Motors. BIBLIOGRAPHER'S COPY. No.386 of 500 copies, with a new introduction from racing legend Sir Stirling Moss. Octavo, hardcovers, all edges silver, housed in a deluxe leather clamshell with scarlet-coloured inner trays. With brush style illustrations by award-winning artist Damian Gascoigne. This Special Edition of Casino Royale is produced using only the finest materials. The case and cover are bound in the same beluga leather used by Bentley for their luxury interiors. It features the iconic double stitching and signature winged Bentley logo. The trademark knurling adorns the book's metal spine, inspired by the cars' famous steel tread plate. A limitation marque with Ian Fleming's signature, reflects the plate you would find on a Bentley engine. Removing the book from the tray reveals a hidden compartment containing two packs of bespoke Bentley-branded playing cards, housed in…

"Casino Royale," penned by Ian Fleming and published in 1953, introduces readers to James Bond, the iconic British spy known for his charm, wit, and penchant for danger. The story unfolds as Bond is assigned a mission to bankrupt Le Chiffre, a Soviet agent and treasurer for a criminal syndicate, at a high-stakes baccarat game in the Casino Royale in France. Bond navigates a treacherous world of espionage, encountering deceit, betrayal, and violence while trying to outwit Le Chiffre. Along the way, he crosses paths with Vesper Lynd, a complex and enigmatic woman whose involvement complicates his mission. As Bond confronts perilous situations and faces adversaries, he must rely on his cunning and resourcefulness to emerge victorious in this thrilling tale of espionage and intrigue.