Creator of James Bond. ALS signed “Ian,” one page, 8 x 10, Goldeneye letterhead, no date. In the throes of writing, Fleming politely declining an invitation. In full, “A thousand thanks but I barely budge when I am writing. Otherwise I just don’t get on with it. But we’d love to see you both here. Have to pick up friends in Kingston, which mucks up this week, but will telephone you Sat or Sun. Hope all goes well! Forgive the tropic haste!” Bisecting mailing folds, light overall wrinkling and a rough edge to top left, otherwise fine condition. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
