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BAIOGRAPHY 007

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This individual, born in 1908, became one of the most famous British (1) of the 20th century. They were born into a wealthy (2) , with their father serving as a Member of Parliament until his death in the First World War.

Educated at prestigious institutions such as Eton, Sandhurst, and the universities of Munich and Geneva, they explored several career paths before becoming an (3) .

During the Second World War, they worked in Britain's Naval Intelligence (4) , where they were involved in planning various covert operations. Their experiences in the war, combined with a career in (5) , provided rich material for the spy novels that would later make them famous.

At the age of 44, they published their first (6) featuring a British secret agent, a character who would become one of the most iconic figures in popular culture. This novel's success led to a series of books that became bestsellers, known for their thrilling plots, exotic (7) , and sophisticated protagonist.

These novels captured the imagination of readers worldwide, establishing them as a master of the (8) . In addition to writing this famous series, they also authored a (9) children's book and a few non-fiction works.

Despite a successful career, their personal life was marked by heavy smoking and drinking, which ultimately led to their untimely death in 1964 at the age of (10) . Their literary legacy continues to thrive, with their works being adapted into one of the most successful film franchises in history.

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