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The Woman Who Invented James Bond?

Could 007 have been invented by a woman novelist before Ian Fleming published "Casino Royale"? With Miles Jupp. From 2006.

He is the most famous spy of all time, a double "O" agent licensed to kill for his country, who has thrilled readers since his debut in 1953.

But could James Bond have been invented by another writer a full seven years before Ian Fleming introduced him to the world?

Miles Jupp investigates the strange case of Bottome...Phyllis Bottome and asks if she is the woman who invented James Bond.

Producer: David Stenhouse

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2016.

28 minutes

Last on

Boxing Day 201904:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Broadcasts

  • Christmas Day 201808:30
    BBC Radio Scotland
  • Christmas Day 201916:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Boxing Day 201904:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra