But those don't hold a candle to the new hardcover editions with a Bond-girl motif celebrating author Ian Fleming's birth. Here's the new cover of CASINO ROYALE:
I feel a little guilty for liking these, but I adore the distinctive colors. Many of the women have their backs turned and that '60s-style font for the titles. (Also, the Penguin lodged inside the 007? LOVE. Give that designer a big raise.) I haven't read any of the Bond novels, but my source Ryan the Outlaw Genius says the cover redesign "almost makes you forget how horrible the writing is inside."
I liked the older design of CASINO ROYALE all right, but some of those covers are less fun than downright disturbing.
2 comments:
No need to feel guilty! I've always found something... refreshing about Fleming's book covers. They have a nice distinction from the look many current mystery/thrillers sport.
Why do you feel guilty? They are AWESOME.
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