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The Star Trek book
Celebrate 50 years of one of the longest running and beloved sci-fi franchises with \"The Star Trek Book.\" This comprehensive guide to the series delves into the myriad worlds and different dimensions visited by the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise. Perfect for fans of the various \"Star Trek\" TV series, including \"The Next Generation,\" \"Deep Space Nine,\" \"Voyager,\" and \"Enterprise,\" \"The Star Trek Book\" details everything you need to know about 50 years of excitement and adventure on the final frontier.
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The Simpsons and philosophy : the d'oh! of Homer
This unconventional and lighthearted introduction to the ideas of the major Western philosophers examines The Simpsons -- TV's favorite animated family. The authors look beyond the jokes, the crudeness, the attacks on society -- and see a clever display of irony, social criticism, and philosophical thought. The writers begin with an examination of the characters. Does Homer actually display Aristotle's virtues of character? In what way does Bart exemplify American pragmatism? The book also examines the ethics and themes of the show, and concludes with discussions of how the series reflects the work of Aristotle, Marx, Camus, Sartre, and other thinkers.
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The twilight zone FAQ : all that's left to know about the fifth dimension and beyond
The Twilight Zone is among the most beloved shows in American television history, a pioneering fantasy behemoth that bridged the cultural gap between the 1950s and 1960s with thought-provoking mystery, mind-boggling theorems, and occasionally outright horror.The Twilight Zone FAQ takes the reader back to that halcyon era, looking back on the show and its impact as a force for societal change, via reflections on the manifold topics and controversies that the show took on - from the space race to the Red Menace, from paranoia to madness and beyond. Dave Thompson traces the history of the show - from its earliest flowering in the mind of then-unknown Rod Serling through its slow birth, shaky beginning, and breathless five-season run - and he shows how it became the blueprint for so much of the fantasy television that has followed.Chapters deal with the comic books, novels, and many other spin-offs, including the movie, the TV revamps, and even the amusement park ride. In addition, this FAQ offers a full guide to every episode, providing details on the cast and music and pinpointing both the best and the worst of the series, all adding up to a brightly opinionated time machine that catapults the reader back to the true golden age of American television.
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Who-ology : Doctor Who : the official miscellany
Who are the members of the Doctor's family? What are the 20 best ways to defeat a Dalek? What are the galactic coordinates of Gallifrey? Packed with amazing facts, figures and stories, Who-ology is an unforgettable journey through fifty-five years of Doctor Who. Test your knowledge of the last Time Lord and the worlds he's visited, from Totters Lane to Trenzalore. Get lost in guides to UNIT call signs, the inner workings of sonic screwdrivers and a complete list of Doctor Who monsters and their creators. Who-ology is an utterly unique tour of space and time. This revised and expanded edition features new material and covers Matt Smith's final season, all three seasons of the Peter Capaldi era as well as the 2017 Christmas special introducing the first female Doctor played by Jodie Whittaker.
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The Television Treasury
The first and only of its kind, this book is a straightforward listing of more than 25,000 trivia facts from 2,498 TV series aired between 1947 and 2019.Organized by topic, trivia facts include everything from home addresses of characters, to names of pets and jobs that characters worked.
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What would Captain Picard do?
Fans of Captain Jean Luc Picard from Star Trek, the Next Generation explore a galaxy of advice in this fun pop philosophy book narrated by the character and filled with full-color photos from the television show. The universe is filled with a great many wonders-- filled with mysteries, uncharted worlds, bizarre life forms, dangers, and unique challenges only the most experienced leader can handle. Within all of us is the raw potential to rise above our meager beginnings and excel beyond the stars. Keep an open mind as you navigate through this collection of scenarios as Captain Picard teaches you how to handle even the most challenging situations. Remain determined against all odds and stay the course with wisdom from U.S.S. Enterprise captain Jean-Luc Picard.
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Timeblazers. Episode 10, Gold!
An enlightening and entertaining series in which timeblazing heroes, Sam (Mike Ackerman), Jen (Heidi Leigh), Shakira (Jasmine Richards), and Alex (Stephen Joffe), travel back in time and embark on a string of exciting escapades, meeting notable people and witnessing significant events throughout history. Against her will, Shakira is stuck doing some extra chores around the house in order to raise a little extra cash for some new computer equipment. And, in her pursuit of a few extra dollars, she wonders what the world would be like without money - and just where the concept of currency came from in the first place. In a wink, Timeblazers Sam and Jen whisk Shakira back to a time to learn all about money.
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Timeblazers. Episode 8, Sports : get ready to rumble
An enlightening and entertaining series in which timeblazing heroes, Sam (Mike Ackerman), Jen (Heidi Leigh), Shakira (Jasmine Richards), and Alex (Stephen Joffe), travel back in time and embark on a string of exciting escapades, meeting notable people and witnessing significant events throughout history. A natural athlete, Shakira already excels at the game of soccer. Now she's looking for a new challenge - a sport that will really push her to the limits. With the help of her globetrotting friends, Timeblazers Sam and Jen, Shakira is about to find out first hand that sports in the past were every bit as challenging as today's World Cup and Super Bowl - maybe even more!
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Timeblazers. Episode 37, The history of flight
An enlightening and entertaining series in which timeblazing heroes, Sam (Mike Ackerman), Jen (Heidi Leigh), Shakira (Jasmine Richards), and Alex (Stephen Joffe), travel back in time and embark on a string of exciting escapades, meeting notable people and witnessing significant events throughout history. Alex had a dream about flying and the Timeblazers, Jen and Sam, explain that people have been dreaming about flying for thousands of years. Here he learns about the myth of Icarus and Daedelus; that the Chinese were the first to discover and utilize kites; that Leonardo da Vinci drew sketches of flying machines; then about the Wright brothers.
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