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About Ian Fleming

Ian Lancaster Fleming was born in London on 28 May 1908. On the outbreak of the Second World War he played a key part in British and Allied espionage operations. His first novel Casino Royale was published in 1953 and introduced James Bond Special Agent 007 to the world. The first print run sold out within a month. Following this initial success he published a Bond title every year until his death. The Bond novels have sold more than 100 million copies. Thomas Gilbert is a graphic artist and illustrator based in Warwickshire England. Working primarily in the field of poster illustration he has a passion for modernising vintage styles through a combination of traditional and digital media. A lifelong car enthusiast Thomas has a background in car design. He graduated with a Masters Degree from Coventry University in 2011 and has since enjoyed creating several high profile cars for iconic British marques.