You Only Live Twice

UK: Jonathan Cape, 1964. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good+. You Only Live Twice by Ian Fleming First Edition Jonathan Cape 1964. A fine copy with no previous owner's name inscriptions and no toning or foxing to contents or edges. Covers clean and unmarked. No bumping or rubbing to corners. In a VG+ dust jacket with no fading or toning to spine. Not price clipped. "You Only Live Twice" is the twelfth novel in Ian Fleming's James Bond series, first published in 1964. The novel is a direct sequel to "On Her Majesty's Secret Service" and explores the emotional aftermath of the events in the previous book. In "You Only Live Twice," James Bond is deeply affected by the tragic events of the previous novel, including the death of his wife, Tracy. He is given a mission by his superiors to infiltrate Japan and investigate the activities of a secretive organization known as the Union Corse. Bond assumes a new identity and immerses himself in Japanese culture as he pursues his mission. He encounters challenges and adversaries, including the mysterious and deadly Blofeld, the head of SPECTRE. The novel delves into themes of identity, rebirth, and revenge as Bond seeks closure and confronts the man responsible for his personal losses. "You Only Live Twice" is also known for its detailed portrayal of Japanese culture and society. The book was later adapted into a James Bond film of the same name, although the film version differs significantly from the novel in terms of plot and characters.