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Best of Bond
Ian Fleming's 007 is often most memorable when he's most offensive.

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By Emily Jenkins

April 30, 2000 |
salon.com | April 30, 2000

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About the writer
Emily Jenkins is the author of "Tongue First: Adventures in Physical Culture" and a forthcoming picture book, "Five Creatures."

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