Ian Fleming exhibit

To celebrate the centenary of Ian Fleming’s birth, Imperial War Museum London is holding the exhibition “For Your Eyes Only,” April 25, 2008-March 1, 2009.

Exploring the author’s life, including his wartime career and his work as a journalist and travel writer, it will examine how much of the James Bond novels were imaginary and to what extent they were based on real people and events.

Among items on display will be annotated Bond manuscripts; the Colt Python .357 Magnum revolver presented to Fleming by the Colt company in 1964; Goldfinger’s golf shoes, and more.

Contact the Imperial War Museum London (Lambeth Road, London SE1 6HZ, United Kingdom,  +44 0207 416 5320 / 5321, fax +44 0207 416 5374, or visit www.iwm.org.uk).