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Science of James Bond From Bullets to Bowler Hats to Boat Jumps, the Real Technology Behind 007's Fabulous Films

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ISBN-10: 0471661953

ISBN-13: 9780471661955

Edition: 2006

Authors: Lois H. Gresh, Robert Weinberg

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The science behind the gadgets, exploits, and enemies of the world2s greatest spy From the sleek Aston Martin that spits out bullets, nails, and passengers at the push of a button to the microjet that makes hairpin turns to avoid a heat-seeking missile, the science and technology of James Bond films have kept millions of movie fans guessing for decades. Are these amazing feats and gadgets truly possible? The Science of James Bond takes you on a fascinating excursion through the true science that underlies Bond2s most fantastic and off-the-wall accoutrements. The acclaimed science-fiction authors Lois Gresh and Robert Weinberg provide a highly entertaining, informative look at the…    
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Book details

List price: $15.95
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Canada, Limited
Publication date: 8/1/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 224
Size: 6.10" wide x 9.10" long x 0.70" tall
Weight: 0.594

Introduction: Bond, James Bond
Uncover The Origins of Mr. Bond: Spies And Science
Send Secret Messages: Super-Spy Decoder Rings?
Build a Bond Car: Flying, Underwater, Missle-Launching Aston Martins
Arm Yourself (And Other Explosive Ideas)
Stop Nuclear War
Use Your Senses: Assorted Body Equipment
Get Away From It All: In The Air, On The Sea
Get Farther Away From It All: Outer Space Shenanigans
Defeat Supervillains
Nullify the Threat of Super Weapons
Combat Germ Warfare (And Other Nasty Matters)
Possible or Impossible
Some Thoughts About Secret Bases
Conclusion
The Bond Books
The Bond Movies
The 00 Secret Agents
The Bond Cars
Source Notes
Bibliography and Reading List