The Self And Community In Star Trek Voyager
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The Self And Community In Star Trek Voyager
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Author : Susan M. Bernardo
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2022-05-06
The Self And Community In Star Trek Voyager written by Susan M. Bernardo and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-06 with Performing Arts categories.
After they are pulled 70,000 light-years away from Alpha Quadrant, the captain and crew of Star Trek: Voyager must travel homeward while exploring new challenges to their relationships, views of others, and themselves. As the first extended, critical study dedicated to Star Trek: Voyager, this book examines how the series uses the physical distance from the crew's home quadrant and the effect this has on the dynamics among community formation, self-creation and a sense of place. Chapters cover topics such as time travel, leadership models, interspecies relationships, the impact of trauma, models of self-creation and individuality, environmental influences on groups and individuals, memory, nostalgia, and how spiritual experiences affect people. The holographic Doctor and the former Borg, Seven of Nine, stand out as complex and boundary-stretching figures.
Discovering Dune
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Author : Dominic J. Nardi
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2022-08-01
Discovering Dune written by Dominic J. Nardi and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-08-01 with Literary Criticism categories.
Frank Herbert's Dune is one of the most well-known science fiction novels of all time, and it is often revered alongside time-honored classics like The Lord of the Rings. Unlike Tolkien's work, the Dune series has received remarkably little academic attention. This collection includes fourteen new essays from various academic disciplines--including philosophy, political science, disability studies, Islamic theology, environmental studies, and Byzantine history--that examine all six of Herbert's Dune books. As a compendium, it asserts that a multidisciplinary approach to the texts can lead to fresh discoveries. Also included in this collection are an introduction by Tim O'Reilly, who authored one of the first critical appraisals of Herbert's writings in 1981, and a comprehensive bibliography of essential primary and secondary sources.
Magic Words Magic Worlds
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Author : Matthew Oliver
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2022-06-10
Magic Words Magic Worlds written by Matthew Oliver and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-06-10 with Literary Criticism categories.
While all fiction uses words to construct models of the world for readers, nowhere is this more obvious than in fantasy fiction. Epic fantasy novels create elaborate secondary worlds entirely out of language, yet the writing style used to construct those worlds has rarely been studied in depth. This book builds the foundations for a study of style in epic fantasy. Close readings of selected novels by such writers as Steven Erikson, Ursula Le Guin, N. K. Jemisin and Brandon Sanderson offer insights into the significant implications of fantasy's use of syntax, perspective, paratexts, frame narratives and more. Re-examining critical assumptions about the reading experience of epic fantasy, this work explores the genre's reputation for flowery, archaic language and its ability to create a sense of wonder. Ultimately, it argues that epic fantasy shapes the way people think, examining how literary representation and style influence perception.
Science Technology And Magic In The Witcher
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Author : Kristine Larsen
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2023-02-02
Science Technology And Magic In The Witcher written by Kristine Larsen and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-02-02 with Literary Criticism categories.
As Andrzej Sapkowski was fleshing out his character Geralt of Rivia for a writing contest, he did not set out to write a science textbook--or even a work of science fiction. However, the world that Sapkowski created in his series The Witcher resulted in a valuable reflection of real-world developments in science and technology. As the Witcher books have been published across decades, the sorcery in the series acts as an extension of the modern science it grows alongside. This book explores the fascinating entanglement of science and magic that lies at the heart of Sapkowski's novel series and its widely popular video game and television adaptations. This is the first English-language book-length treatment of magic and science in the Witcher universe. These are examined through the lenses of politics, religion, history and mythology. Sapkowski's richly detailed universe investigates the sociology of science and ponders some of the most pressing modern technological issues, such as genetic engineering, climate change, weapons of mass destruction, sexism, speciesism and environmentalism. Chapters explore the unsettling realization that the greatest monsters are frequently human, and their heinous acts often involve the unwitting hand of science.
Nnedi Okorafor
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Author : Sandra J. Lindow
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2023-02-08
Nnedi Okorafor written by Sandra J. Lindow and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-02-08 with Literary Criticism categories.
This work is the first book-length scholarly treatment of Nnedi Okorafor's critically acclaimed fiction. Written for an audience that includes serious fans as well as scholars, it is an introduction to Okorafor's work and major influences. The scope of the text is ambitious, featuring detailed analyses of her novels, short story collection, memoir, comics and graphic novel. Particular emphasis is given to Okorafor's most enduring themes, which include healthy young adult development and decision making, the interweaving of fantasy and science fiction, flight as a unifying force and the use of innovative biotechnology in ecological utopian communities. Influences examined include feminism, Afrofuturist and Africanfuturist movements and African mythology. Chapters also detail Okorafor's examinations of colonialism and corporate neocolonialism in Africa and Africa's potential to become a major world power.
Schools Of Magic
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Author : Megan H. Suttie
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2023-01-26
Schools Of Magic written by Megan H. Suttie and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-01-26 with Literary Criticism categories.
What happens when the classroom and the fantastic meet? When lessons cover spells and potions alongside science and language arts? Through fantastic school stories--fiction involving the intersection of fantasy and school--the cycle of lessons, homework, exams, and graduation becomes new again, inviting us to consider what schools are teaching, who can be a student, and how knowledge is developed. Introducing a new framework for analyzing texts in the fantastic school story subgenre, this book examines texts including the Harry Potter series, Lev Grossman's Magicians trilogy, Terry Pratchett's Discworld, and Patrick Rothfuss's Kingkiller Chronicle, along with works by Jane Yolen, Nnedi Okorafor, and Tracy Deonn. This holistic framework combines the methods of fantasy literature scholarship, the focus of school story analyses, and an awareness of hidden lessons taught alongside official subjects, allowing for nuanced examinations of topics such as standardized testing, apprenticeships, and access to education.
Analyzing Adventure Time
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Author : Paul A. Thomas
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2023-07-20
Analyzing Adventure Time written by Paul A. Thomas and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-20 with Performing Arts categories.
In 2010, Cartoon Network debuted a new animated series called Adventure Time, and within just a few short years the show became both a pop culture phenomenon and a critical darling. But despite all the admiration, not many works of scholarship have assessed the show through a critical lens. This anthology is an attempt to fill this scholarly oversight and spark a wider conversation about the show's deeper themes. Across 15 scholarly essays, this book's contributors study Adventure Time from a variety of angles, proving just how insightful the series really is. From a consideration of BMO's queer identity to a psychoanalytic reading of Lemongrab and an examination of how anime has impacted the show, the topics explored in this anthology are diverse and unique and are likely to appeal to scholars and fans alike.
Living With Star Trek
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Author : Lincoln Geraghty
language : en
Publisher: I.B. Tauris
Release Date : 2007-03-30
Living With Star Trek written by Lincoln Geraghty and has been published by I.B. Tauris this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-03-30 with Performing Arts categories.
There is a wealth of literature on Star Trek, & this book is a welcome contribution to it. The book not only sets Star Trek in dialogue with ideas & stories of utopia, self-improvement, community, that are central to American culture & history, but goes further to examine the complex ways in which these are taken up & used by fans.
The Voyages Of Star Trek
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Author : K.M. Heath
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2020-11-16
The Voyages Of Star Trek written by K.M. Heath and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-16 with Performing Arts categories.
Star Trek emerged alongside mini-skirts, bellbottoms, and VW vans; flourished in the shadow of Madonna, big hair, and greed; and expanded with computers, Beanie Babies, and religious revitalization. Star Trek survived the culture shock of 9/11 and experienced a revival in the era of yoga pants, hybrid cars, and Starbucks. After more than 5 decades, Star Trek is alive and well, still voyaging through space and time. But, why is that? How has this science fiction franchise managed to anticipate and adapt to such rapid culture change? In The Voyages of Star Trek: A Mirror on American Society through Time, authors K. M. Heath and A. S. Carlisle, investigate the enduring appeal of Star Trek, noting how it has mirrored, foreshadowed, and adapted to contemporary American culture from 1966 to the present. Through anthropological analysis, the authors examine the evolution of Star Trek by tying its storylines to events and developments in the U.S., assessing the extent to which the visual image of Star Trek is reflected on the screen from “snapshots” of randomly selected episodes and all of the films. By examining how Star Trek addressed contemporary social issues through a sci-fi lens over time, the authors postulate, Americans can better understand their own changing culture. If StarTrek can continue to anticipate and adapt to our rapidly changing world, then it should remain a part of the cultural landscape for another 50 years, truly going where few franchises have gone before.
Educational Psychological And Behavioral Considerations In Niche Online Communities
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Author : Venkatesh, Vivek
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2014-02-28
Educational Psychological And Behavioral Considerations In Niche Online Communities written by Venkatesh, Vivek and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-02-28 with Psychology categories.
Online communities continue to evolve as more people take on a virtual presence. This shift in online communities and the diversity of individuals populating the web has allowed for the emergence of virtual communities centered on niche topics of interests ranging from heavy metal music to indigenous and native culture. Educational, Psychological, and Behavioral Considerations in Niche Online Communities examines the presence of online communities centered around niche topics of interest and the impact of these virtual spaces on community members. Taking perspectives from interdisciplinary fields such as sociology, psychology, and education, this publication will appeal to educators, psychologists, behaviorists, students, and researchers interested in the impact of virtual communities on individuals as well as the opportunities these online communities present.