Explore the world of James Bond like never before with Darker Than the Sun, a visually rich travelogue charting 007’s journey through six decades of espionage, glamor. and adventure. 

Whether you're a lifelong Bond aficionado or a curious traveller drawn to the allure of exotic destinations, this book invites you to follow in the footsteps of the world’s most iconic secret agent. From the sun-drenched beaches of Jamaica to the icy peaks of the Swiss Alps, from the neon-lit streets of Bangkok to the grandeur of Venice and Istanbul, Darker Than the Sun charts the evolution of Bond’s cinematic geography. 

Each chapter is dedicated to a single film from the series, presented in chronological order, and includes: 

• Over 200 stunning photographs, including behind-the-scenes content, iconic film stills, never-before-seen images from crew members, and contemporary shots.
• Exclusive new interviews with Bond filmmakers, location scouts, and production designers, offering insider perspectives on how and why each destination was chosen. 
• Global locator maps that trace Bond’s journeys across continents, highlighting both real and fictional settings. 
• Feature maps that zoom in on key destinations, revealing how locations were transformed for the screen. 
• Anecdotes that uncover the logistical challenges and creative decisions behind Bond’s most memorable moments. 
• Historical and cultural context that explores how Bond’s locations reflect things like changing global politics, travel trends, and filmmaking techniques. 

Journalist Matthew Field is the author of Some Kind of Hero: The Remarkable Story of the James Bond Films, The Making of the Italian Job and a biography of Michael Caine. He regularly writes for M16 Confidential (the world’s most visited unofficial James Bond website) and Cinema Retro magazine. He currently serves on the board of directors of The Ian Fleming Foundation and was a consultant on the acclaimed James Bond documentary 'Everything or Nothing'.

AJAY CHOWDHURY was born in London and read Law at university there and in The Netherlands. He has since provided legal advice on various motion picture, music, publishing, television and theatrical projects. He was the associate producer on two feature films, Lost Dogs and Flirting with Flamenco and served on the advisory board of Tongues On Fire - The London Asian Film Festival. Ajay is the spokesperson for The James Bond International Fan Club, established in 1979. He edited their James Bond journal, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, and for the last two decades has contributed to numerous books and magazines on the James Bond legacy. He is regularly called upon by worldwide media to commentate on all things 007. He collaborated with Matthew Field on the 800 page biography of the franchise, SOME KIND OF HERO: The Remarkable Story of the James Bond Films published by The History Press last updated in 2018, Remembering Roger Moore (2018) and SEAN CONNERY: A JAMES BOND JOURNEY (2022) both special edition bookazine published by Mi6 Confidential.

 

Introduction
Dr. No
From Russia With Love
Goldfinger
Thunderball
You Only Live Twice
On Her Majesty's Secret Service
Diamonds are Forever
Live and Let Die
The Man With the Golden Gun
The Spy Who Loved Me
Moonraker
For Your Eyes Only
Octopussy
A View To A Kill
The Living Daylights
License to Kill
Goldeneye
Tomorrow Never Dies
The World Is Not Enough
Die Another Day
Casino Royale
Quantum Of Solace
Skyfall
Spectre
No Time To Die
Orbis Non Sufficit