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Author: Kevin S. Decker Publisher: Open Court ISBN: 0812697049 Category : Philosophy Languages : en Pages : 288
Book Description
Philosophy and space travel are characterized by the same fundamental purpose: exploration. An essential guide for both philosophers and Trekkers, Star Trek and Philosophy combines a philosophical spirit of inquiry with the beloved television and film series to consider questions not only about the scientific prospects of interstellar travel but also the inward journey to examine the human condition. The expansive topics range from the possibilities for communication among different cultural backgrounds to questions about the stoic temperament exhibited by Vulcans to Ferengi business practices. Specifically chosen to break new ground in exploring the philosophical dimensions of Star Trek, these articles boldly go where no philosopher has gone before.
Author: Kevin S. Decker Publisher: Open Court ISBN: 0812697049 Category : Philosophy Languages : en Pages : 288
Book Description
Philosophy and space travel are characterized by the same fundamental purpose: exploration. An essential guide for both philosophers and Trekkers, Star Trek and Philosophy combines a philosophical spirit of inquiry with the beloved television and film series to consider questions not only about the scientific prospects of interstellar travel but also the inward journey to examine the human condition. The expansive topics range from the possibilities for communication among different cultural backgrounds to questions about the stoic temperament exhibited by Vulcans to Ferengi business practices. Specifically chosen to break new ground in exploring the philosophical dimensions of Star Trek, these articles boldly go where no philosopher has gone before.
Author: Mike Johnson Publisher: IDW Publishing ISBN: Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 27
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"The Q Gambit" begins here! The crew of the new STAR TREK film franchise encounters the classic Trek villain Q for the first time, only in this all-new 6-part galaxy-spanning adventure developed in associataion with screenwriter/producer Roberto Orci! The mischievous Q sends James T. Kirk on quest that will see the Enterprise joining forces with familiar faces from Star Trek lore, beginning with the crew of a certain space station
Author: Herbert F. Solow Publisher: Pocket Books/Star Trek ISBN: 9780671002190 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 262
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Offering "Star Trek" fans a pass onto the sound stages where the original series was filmed, this book provides a detailed look at the art of television's most enduring series. Up-close and exhaustive, "Star Trek Sketchbook: The Original Series" features drawings of the costumes, sets, props, and make-up designs that gave the show its distinctive visual appeal. Color photos & illustrations.
Author: Dan Chavkin Publisher: Weldon Owen International ISBN: 1681888157 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 170
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Star Trek: The Original Series (1966-1969) was the first installment of one of the most successful and longest-running television franchises of all time. Today, Trek fans champion its writing, progressive social consciousness, and aesthetic. Designing the Final Frontier is a unique, expert look at the mid-century modern design that created and inspired that aesthetic. From Burke chairs to amorphous sculptures, from bright colors to futuristic frames, Star Trek TOS is bursting with mid-century modern furniture, art, and design elements—many of them bought directly from famous design showrooms. Together, midcentury modern design experts Dan Chavkin and Brian McGuire have created an insider’s guide to the interior of original starship Enterprise and beyond, that is sure to attract Star Trek’s thriving global fan base.
Author: Diane Duane Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 0671042092 Category : Kirk, James T. (Fictitious character) Languages : en Pages : 260
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When readers last saw Ael t'Rllaillieu, she rescued Dr. Leonard McCoy from the very Senate Chamber where he was to be executed, stole the Sword in the Empty Chair, and fled into Federation space. Now, as the Romulands seeks to recover the sword at any cost, Ael must deter war, foil her enemies, and keep ship and crew safe.
Author: Robert Greenberger Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1471109100 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 326
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On a mission to an unexplored planet near the Klingon/Romulan border, the U.S.S. Enterprise™ travels to the planet Eloh to negotiate Federation memebership. But upon arrival, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and his diplomatic team find themselves face to face with Commander Sela, an old Romulan enemy -- who's there to convince the Elohsians to join the Romulan Empire. When a series of fatal indidents casts suspicion on both delegations, Data must form an uneasy alliance with Sela to prove the innocence of the Starship Enterprise™ crew -- or lose a sprategic stronghold to the Federation's greatest enemy.
Author: Greg Cox Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1471106004 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 336
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To Reign in Hell chronicles the fifteen years between the Original Series episode 'Space Seed' and the feature film 'The Wrath of Khan' - now widely regarded as a landmark in the Star Trek universe. Defeated by Captain James T. Kirk and exiled with his few remaining followers to the isolation of Ceti Alpha V, Khan Noonien Singh is marooned on a planet that has suddenly transformed into a hostile wasteland, where he and his band of acolytes must fight for their very lives. The once-proud conqueror finds his life irrevocably shattered, and begins his descent into madness…
Author: Kevin S. Decker
Author: Kevin S. Decker
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