"Q": The Biography of Desmond Llewelyn is the only authorized biography of the beloved Welsh actor Desmond Llewelyn, best known for portraying 'Q', the eccentric gadget master in 17 James Bond films from From Russia with Love (1963) to The World Is Not Enough (1999).
Written by Sandy Hernu, a journalist and personal friend of Llewelyn, the book provides an affectionate and detailed portrait of the man behind the legendary character.
The biography traces Llewelyn's life from his early days, his time as a prisoner of war during WWII, through to his long and distinguished acting career. It offers insights into his personality, work ethic, and the significant impact he had on the Bond franchise and its fans.
Desmond Llewelyn tragically died in a car accident on 19 December 1999, just months after the book's original release. This lends particular poignancy and historical value to copies signed by him, especially as they represent some of the last autographed items before his passing.
This first edition, second printing is especially scarce and highly collectible due to:
Desmond Llewelyn’s death in 1999, shortly after the book’s publication
The dual signature by both Llewelyn and Sandy Hernu
Limited print run from a small UK regional press (S.B. Publications)
Signed copies are increasingly rare on the market and are highly sought after by James Bond collectors, memorabilia enthusiasts, and fans of British cinema history.
"Q" The Biography of Desmond Llewelyn (signed edition)
Title: "Q" The Biography of Desmond Llewelyn
Author: Sandy Hernu
Edition: First Edition
Signed: Signed by Desmond Llewelyn and Sandy Hernu
Publication Date: 2nd impression, year 2000
Publisher: S B Publications, Sussex, England
Binding: Softcover
Pages: 168 pages
Dust Cover: N/A
Condition: Very minor shelf wear. Tight binding. Clean pages. Not price clipped. Very good condition
ISBN: 1857701879
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