Barrett, Michele
Star Trek: The Human Frontier
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745624914
- author:
- Barrett, Michele
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Polity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 264
- Genre:
- Communication Studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Human Frontier: A Star Trek Perspective explores the enduring themes and values that have shaped the Star Trek franchise over its 30-year history. This collection of essays delves into the progressive politics, scientific optimism, and liberal leadership that underpinned the original series, while also examining the decline of these ideals in later shows. The authors, Michèle Barrett and Duncan Barrett, examine how Star Trek has maintained a sense of Western maritime exploration in an increasingly globalized world. They consider how this "starry sea" has become a metaphor for human nature, and how the franchise's progressive politics have evolved over time. Through their analysis, the authors shed new light on the enduring relevance of Star Trek as a cultural touchstone, and its continued ability to inspire reflection on the human condition.
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