Reviews
In an entertaining narrative, Parker explores which aspects of Ian Fleming's Bond stories are scientifically sound and which are purely fiction or movie magic.
A very successful and entirely charming book that belongs in all college libraries. Highly recommended.
A fun romp with a handful of equations, charts, and diagrams.
Thorough and clearly written.
Parker has a terrific idea here—to scrutinize the science of the special effects on parade in the James Bond movies.
A book that's sure to appeal to teens with an interest in gadgets, cars, stunts, trick cinematography, and sports.
For anyone moderately interested in both James Bond and physics, this is an entertaining and relatively easy read.
A very enjoyable book with some very well handled physics.
Offers an entertaining and penetrating look at the James Bond phenomenon by exploring the technical and scientific aspect of stunts and gadgets seen in the movies. This is a unique book James Bond fans will not want to miss.
Book Details
Acknowldgments
Introduction
1. Bond for Beginners
2. Wow, What a Stunt!
3. Death Rays and Ghosts
4. How'd They Do That?: Amazing Devices
5. Bond's Gadgets and Gizmos
6. The Incredible Bond Cars
7. The Race Is
Acknowldgments
Introduction
1. Bond for Beginners
2. Wow, What a Stunt!
3. Death Rays and Ghosts
4. How'd They Do That?: Amazing Devices
5. Bond's Gadgets and Gizmos
6. The Incredible Bond Cars
7. The Race Is On: Car Chases
8. Bond in Space
9. Nuclear Weapons and Reactors
10. Water Sports and Guns
Appendix
Bibliography
Index