For over six decades, James Bond has been a fixture of global culture, universally recognizable by the films' combination of action set pieces, sex, political intrigue, and outrageous gadgetry. But as the British Empire entered the final stages of collapse, as the Cold War wound down and the "War on Terror" began, and as the visions of masculinity and femininity the series presented began to strike many viewers as outdated, the Bond formula has adapted...

My name was Velvet Moon. Guess it still is. I never had an interesting life. It was ok, just not interesting.Now my death is another story.Momma and I had no idea the day Wren Easton came into our shop would change our lives so much, or that he would involve us in his job with the government.Did I mention he was like a Ghostbuster 007? Interesting job.Solving my murder, protecting my mother, and stopping evil from taking over the world. Easy, right?...

Discover the fascinating true stories of spies and secret agents throughout history in this ultimate collection of espionage trivia. Whether you're a wannabe 007 or just a fan of subterfuge, the fun facts and legendary stories in this big book of spy trivia are sure to shock and fascinate. Discover how the most infamous spy organizations like the CIA and MI6 came began, how they recruit agents, and how they have helped shape world events. You'll...

All identities are fictional. Events may be hard to believe, but all are true. We witness the daily life, marked by persecution, war and atrocities, of a man who truly makes a difference. It has been said that 'if one saves a life, it will be as if they saved all of humanity.' Agent 007 pales in comparison with the real life hero we meet in this story. The author takes the reader into a world where life is valued at no more worth than the price...

South African Brixton Murder and Robbery Unit detective Morgan Hunter, martial arts expert and cage fighter, fighting under the name "The Mighty Midget", is framed by two of his colleagues, detectives Frans Botha and Piet Venter, for the murder of Isaac Bakwena, the only suspect in the killing in1986 of a prominent black South African businessman and founder of the Hamba Group, Doctor Solomon Mokoena, in his Santon, Johannesburg home by unknown assailants....

"Come along to learn all about the Olympics and Olympic athletes! This fun question and answer book has everything from engaging facts to hilarious illustrations to help you learn about the history of the Games, how athletes become Olympians, famous Olympians and their accomplishments, and so much more."--