Source: Bondmovies.com

James Bond burst onto the big screen in 1962's Dr. No.

But to get there, the world's favorite secret agent faced some formidable hurdles in making the transition from paperback to the silver screen.

Robert Seller's analysis of the birth of the cinematic James Bond, The Battle for Bond: The Genesis of Cinema's Greatest Hero, delves into the nascent time period of 007 like no other publication has before.

Not only does Sellers spoil Bond fans with truly amazing (and at times surprising) narratives of events that occurred prior to Dr. No, he also complements his factual diction with a wonderful array of pictorial evidence most would not believe was still in existence - including communications between producer Kevin McClory and Bond creator Ian Fleming, and their long, bitter legal battle involving the James Bond character. Sellers book is a legitimate and undeniable source for nostalgic James Bond fans.What Sellers accomplishes in his analysis is nothing short of the most accurate account of a large piece of cinematic history - a notable feat that contributes to the longevity of the James Bond franchise.