Silverfin the graphic novel

The graphic novel a james bond adventure by higson, charlie and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The graphic novel is based on a prose novel and charlie higson wrote both so we have the best possible conversion available. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Charlie higson interview silverfin graphic novel 28th january 2009. Graphic novel a graphic novel adaptation of silverfin written by charlie higson and illustrated by artist kev walker was released by puffin books in the uk on 2 october 2008 2 and by disney hyperion in the u. They felt that this was their new baby separate from the adult james bond, which is. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery. Silverfin graphic novel gets a blurb following up the unveiling of the cover artwork last month, the young bond dossier reports that puffin books have released the official blurb for the forthcoming graphic novel adaptation of charlie higsons silverfin. The graphic novel volume 1 of young bond graphic novels volume 1 of young bond, charles higson young james bond. This is the start of an adventure that will take him from the school playing fields to the remote shores of loch silverfin. Right from the start ifp wanted to do as much as possible with the young bond franchise.

The graphic novel is an adaptation of the first young bond novel, silverfin written by james bond fan charlie higson. Englishlanguage versions of the books are published by puffin books in the united kingdom and hyperion books for children in the united states. Disney publishing will release the graphic novel adaptation of charlie higsons first young bond novel in both hardback and papeback formats. The united states edition, which was slightly edited. The graphic novel, the graphic novel by charlie higson. Annie parkhouse young james bond, while attending boarding school at eton in the 1930s, must battle against an insane arms dealer who, by using killer eels, is attempting to create a. I dont think i could have put up with a thirteenyearold who was that smooth and selfassured. Silverfin is the first novel in the young bond series that depicts ian flemings superspy james bond as a teenager in the 1930s. Silverfin the graphic novel by charlie higson abebooks. How did the concept for the graphic novel come about and how long has it been in the pipeline. Whilst sorting out graphic novels and recataloguing them during lockdown i came across silverfin the graphic novel and thought i would give it a go.

Oct 02, 2008 silverfin graphic novel gets a blurb following up the unveiling of the cover artwork last month, the young bond dossier reports that puffin books have released the official blurb for the forthcoming graphic novel adaptation of charlie higsons silverfin. An enemy who will follow him from the school playing fields to the remote shores of loch silverfin, where a terrifying new breed of warfare threatens to unleash destruction on the world. The graphic novel, by charlie higson and kev walker, is a adventure packed graphic novel that follows james bond in his adolescent years. The graphic novel is adapted by illustrator kev walker with scripting done by both higson and walker. Silverfin charlie higsons adaptation of his own novel into the comic medium is more than competent, and kev walkers art is always excellent. The graphic novel is slated to be released in july 2010. A graphic novel adaptation of silverfin written by charlie higson and illustrated by artist kev walker was released by puffin. Until then, i picked up silverfin the graphic novel to get me back in the spy spirit. Download pdf silverfin the graphic novel book full free. Since 2005, readers have traveled the world with a young man whose inquisitive mind, determination, and thirst for adventure would set him on a course for greatness.

Starring in a fully illustrated graphic novel for the first time, this is the story of young bonds first foray into action and mystery. Silverfin is the first entry in the young bond series, published in 2005. Annie parkhouse young james bond, while attending boarding school at eton in the 1930s, must battle against an insane arms dealer who, by using killer eels, is attempting to create a race of indestructible soldiers. Silverfin the graphic novel by charlie higson penguin random.

This is the start of an adventure that will take him from the school playing fields to the remote shores of loch silverfin and a terrifying discovery that threatens to. The graphic novel, by charlie higson and kev walker, is a adventurepacked graphic novel that follows james bond in his adolescent years. Its james bonds first day at eton, and already hes met his first enemy. This is the start of an adventure that will take him from the school playing fields to the remote shores of loch silverfin and a terrifying discovery that threatens to unleash a new breed of warfare. Based on the young james bond novel of the same name published in 2005, silverfin adapts charlie higsons tale of. Charlie higson wrote five young bond novels between 2005 and 2008, as well as danger society. Oct 16, 2009 until then, i picked up silverfin the graphic novel to get me back in the spy spirit. The graphic novel by charlie higson, 97801422537, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. It didnt take long to read as graphic novels usually dont but i still thoroughly enjoyed it. Now, see young bond in action for the very first time. A number comment that there isnt enough of the adult bond in the year old james.

Silverfin graphic novel columbus metropolitan library. The graphic novel was originally published in the u. It was adapted by the original author, charlie higson and illustrated by kev walker. Silverfin is the first book in the bestselling young bond series. As a young boy, jamess parents passed away in a climbing accident leaving him an orphan. The graphic novel online from australias leading online bookstore. It was written by charlie higson and released in the united kingdom on march 3, 2005 by puffin books in conjunction with a large marketing campaign. Now, for fans of the novel, theres quite a bit that isnt in the graphic version in terms of plot. It was written by charlie higson and released in the uk on march 3, 2005 by puffin books in conjunction with a large marketing campaign. May 07, 2020 whilst sorting out graphic novels and recataloguing them during lockdown i came across silverfin the graphic novel and thought i would give it a go. Silverfin the graphic novel young bond, series 1 by charlie higson publisher.

Silverfin is a graphic novel adaptation of the book of the same name. Silverfin the graphic novel young bond graphic novels. Theres something slithering in the dark waters around a scottish castle. The book, which follows james bond as a teenager in the 1930s, inspired a series of graphic novel adaptations, video games, and a travel guide. The graphic novel will run 160 pages with approximately 300 full color illustrations. A prologue sets the scene of monstrous and untoward events taking place at. Silverfin graphic novel slated for july 2010 in us. Kev walker spot illustrates the young bond series and did and excellent job illustrating this first tale. The graphic novel is written by young bond author charlie higson and illustrated by renowned artist kev walker. James bonds action adventures are perfect for a graphic novel, with more aaaaaghh. Like any good scottish lake or inlet, loch silverfin has its own nessie, plural. Kevin walker its james bonds first day at eton, and already hes met his first enemy.

Order of charlie higson books charlie higson is an english author of a multitude of genres for both adults and young adults. The young bond dossier in 2009, which includes the short story a hard man to kill. The graphic novel is charlie higsons adaptation of his first young james bond adventure novel in comic format. Silverfin, the first in a planned 5 part series, has received relatively poor media reveiws. It continues to detail his entry in an triathlon race, and his investigation of loch silverfin and its laird, lord randolph hellebore. Thats understandable of course, since given the length of the original, a whole lot of exposition and dialogue had to be cut out. Penguin books ltd, 80 strand, london wc2r orl, england.

The artwork is exquisite and really brings the book to life. He writes the young bond series he is a major james bond aficionado and the enemy series both considered ya series, while most of his standalone novels are for adults. Based on the bestselling first young bond novel, this graphic novel adaptation will run 160 pages with approximately 300 full color illustrations. Based on the young james bond novel of the same name published in 2005, silverfin adapts charlie higsons tale of a teenage bond in eton in the 1930s. The 100 graphic novels you should read while stuck inside. The graphic novel by charlie higson, kev walker from waterstones today. Young james bond, while attending boarding school at eton in the 1930s, must battle against an insane arms dealer who, by using killer eels, is attempting to create a race of indestructible soldiers on the eve of world war ii. Silverfin is a young adult spy novel by charlie higson based on ian flemings famous character james bond. Published by user, 10 years ago first of all this is a great story of the young james bond and how got into the spying thing and i love.

A prologue sets the scene of monstrous and untoward events taking place at lake silverfin in scotland. Since the release of the first novel, silverfin, in 2005, the series has become very successful and has led to further works including games, a graphic novel and a supplemental travel guide. The graphic novel silverfin charlie higson ian fleming publications ian fleming publications ebook published by ian fleming publications physical books available from. Graphic novels comic online read graphic novels comic. Starring in a fully illustrated graphic novel for the first time, this is the. Ian fleming publications 1 38 0 summary james bond will one day become the worlds most famous spy, but at the moment his challenge is to fit in at his new school making friends, learning the rules and facing up to bullies. Pdf silverfin the graphic novel download full pdf book. It serves as a prequel to ian flemings original novel series, and details james bonds youth starting with his entry into eton college at age. Those novels supposedly tell tales of james bond in his formative years, long before he became a secret agent. Sep 30, 2010 the graphic novel is an adaptation of the first young bond novel, silverfin written by james bond fan charlie higson. But the only disappointing thing about this book is its short but the story is very well said and the story is basically young james bond visits his.

It sounded like a fun idea that was made to pull in new, younger readers. Something that must be kept secret its james bonds first day at eton, and hes already met his first enemy. Steve cole continued the series between 2014 and 2017. Novel graphic novel game locations equipment characters silverfin information authors. The graphic novel young bond graphic novels by charlie higson paperback.