
Goldfinger
by
Ian Fleming
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Format
Paperback
Pages
264
Language
English
Published
Aug 27, 2002
Publisher
Penguin Books
ISBN-10
0142002046
ISBN-13
9780142002049
Description
Auric Goldfinger is a man of extraordinary means, known for his extravagant lifestyle and cunning business acumen. His wealth is not held in traditional banks, but instead accumulated through dubious ventures and a singular obsession with gold. This obsession leads him into a high-stakes game where greed and treachery intertwine, and where his lavish mansion serves as both a fortress and a hunting ground for his illicit dealings.
Enter James Bond, the astute MI6 agent, whose mission is to unravel Goldfinger's nefarious plans. As Bond delves deeper into the enigmatic tycoon’s world, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, espionage, and danger. The stakes are raised when Bond discovers that Goldfinger's ambitions go far beyond mere wealth; they threaten national security in a way that could alter the course of history.
The narrative intertwines thrilling action sequences with a rich tapestry of psychological intrigue, as Bond uses all of his skills and training to protect both himself and the broader world from disaster. Bond's encounters with Goldfinger are marked by sharp wit and tension as they engage in a deadly game of cat and mouse.
With a backdrop of glamorous settings and heart-pounding confrontations, this story weaves a seductive atmosphere that captures the essence of classic espionage. The battle of wits between Bond and Goldfinger ultimately reveals the lengths to which one man will go to secure his desires, and they will both discover that in the world of greed, nothing is quite as it seems.
Enter James Bond, the astute MI6 agent, whose mission is to unravel Goldfinger's nefarious plans. As Bond delves deeper into the enigmatic tycoon’s world, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, espionage, and danger. The stakes are raised when Bond discovers that Goldfinger's ambitions go far beyond mere wealth; they threaten national security in a way that could alter the course of history.
The narrative intertwines thrilling action sequences with a rich tapestry of psychological intrigue, as Bond uses all of his skills and training to protect both himself and the broader world from disaster. Bond's encounters with Goldfinger are marked by sharp wit and tension as they engage in a deadly game of cat and mouse.
With a backdrop of glamorous settings and heart-pounding confrontations, this story weaves a seductive atmosphere that captures the essence of classic espionage. The battle of wits between Bond and Goldfinger ultimately reveals the lengths to which one man will go to secure his desires, and they will both discover that in the world of greed, nothing is quite as it seems.
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