Author: Jason T. Eberl
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444356577
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
PHILOSOPHY/POP CULTURE “The contributors to Battlestar Galactica and Philosophy strive to make things relevant to fans of the show, and they put their information out in a way that is accessible to folks who wouldn't know Heidegger from Heineken.” Green Man Review, Spring 2009 "The writers are well versed in their subjects...The book is most effective at making the reader rethink what they thought they knew." Neo-opsis What’s the point of living after your world has been destroyed? This is one of many questions raised by the Sci-Fi Channel’s critically acclaimed series Battlestar Galactica. More than just an action-packed “space opera,” each episode offers a dramatic character study of the human survivors and their Cylon pursuers as they confront existential, moral, metaphysical, theological, and political crises. This volume addresses some of the key questions to which the Colonials won’t find easy answers, even when they reach Earth: Are Cylons persons? Is Baltar’s scientific worldview superior to Six’s religious faith? Can Starbuck be free if she has a special destiny? Is it ethical to cut one’s losses and leave people behind? Is collaboration with the enemy ever the right move? Is humanity a “flawed creation?” Should we share the Cylon goal of “transhumanism?” Is it really a big deal that Starbuck’s a woman?
Battlestar Galactica and Philosophy
Author: Jason T. Eberl
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444356577
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
PHILOSOPHY/POP CULTURE “The contributors to Battlestar Galactica and Philosophy strive to make things relevant to fans of the show, and they put their information out in a way that is accessible to folks who wouldn't know Heidegger from Heineken.” Green Man Review, Spring 2009 "The writers are well versed in their subjects...The book is most effective at making the reader rethink what they thought they knew." Neo-opsis What’s the point of living after your world has been destroyed? This is one of many questions raised by the Sci-Fi Channel’s critically acclaimed series Battlestar Galactica. More than just an action-packed “space opera,” each episode offers a dramatic character study of the human survivors and their Cylon pursuers as they confront existential, moral, metaphysical, theological, and political crises. This volume addresses some of the key questions to which the Colonials won’t find easy answers, even when they reach Earth: Are Cylons persons? Is Baltar’s scientific worldview superior to Six’s religious faith? Can Starbuck be free if she has a special destiny? Is it ethical to cut one’s losses and leave people behind? Is collaboration with the enemy ever the right move? Is humanity a “flawed creation?” Should we share the Cylon goal of “transhumanism?” Is it really a big deal that Starbuck’s a woman?
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444356577
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
PHILOSOPHY/POP CULTURE “The contributors to Battlestar Galactica and Philosophy strive to make things relevant to fans of the show, and they put their information out in a way that is accessible to folks who wouldn't know Heidegger from Heineken.” Green Man Review, Spring 2009 "The writers are well versed in their subjects...The book is most effective at making the reader rethink what they thought they knew." Neo-opsis What’s the point of living after your world has been destroyed? This is one of many questions raised by the Sci-Fi Channel’s critically acclaimed series Battlestar Galactica. More than just an action-packed “space opera,” each episode offers a dramatic character study of the human survivors and their Cylon pursuers as they confront existential, moral, metaphysical, theological, and political crises. This volume addresses some of the key questions to which the Colonials won’t find easy answers, even when they reach Earth: Are Cylons persons? Is Baltar’s scientific worldview superior to Six’s religious faith? Can Starbuck be free if she has a special destiny? Is it ethical to cut one’s losses and leave people behind? Is collaboration with the enemy ever the right move? Is humanity a “flawed creation?” Should we share the Cylon goal of “transhumanism?” Is it really a big deal that Starbuck’s a woman?
An Analytical Guide to Television’s Battlestar Galactica
Author: John Kenneth Muir
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476606560
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
When the space drama Battlestar Galactica debuted on ABC in 1978, it was expected to be the most popular new program of the year. Instead, it was attacked as a Star Wars rip-off and canceled after a mere 17 stories. The author acknowledges the show was full of dramatic clichés and scientific inaccuracies, but despite these shortcomings, Battlestar Galactica was a dramatically resonant series full of unique and individual characters, such as Commander Adama (Lorne Greene) and ace warrior Captain Apollo (Richard Hatch). The author contends that Battlestar Galactica was a memorable attempt to make science fiction accessible to mainstream television audiences. The brilliant work of artist John Dykstra brought a new world of special effects to network television. Battlestar Galactica also skillfully exploited legends and names from both the Bible and ancient mythology, which added a layer of depth and maturity to the weekly drama.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476606560
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
When the space drama Battlestar Galactica debuted on ABC in 1978, it was expected to be the most popular new program of the year. Instead, it was attacked as a Star Wars rip-off and canceled after a mere 17 stories. The author acknowledges the show was full of dramatic clichés and scientific inaccuracies, but despite these shortcomings, Battlestar Galactica was a dramatically resonant series full of unique and individual characters, such as Commander Adama (Lorne Greene) and ace warrior Captain Apollo (Richard Hatch). The author contends that Battlestar Galactica was a memorable attempt to make science fiction accessible to mainstream television audiences. The brilliant work of artist John Dykstra brought a new world of special effects to network television. Battlestar Galactica also skillfully exploited legends and names from both the Bible and ancient mythology, which added a layer of depth and maturity to the weekly drama.
Battlestar Galactica: Origins Omnibus
Author: Clay Carmouche
Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment
ISBN: 1524110221
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 422
Book Description
Collecting all 11 issues of Dynamite's successful run of Battlestar Galactica: Origins along with the Battlestar Galictica: Zarek mini-sereies, focusing on the characters and events of the award-winning Sci Fi series! Featuring the 'origin' tales of the commander of the Galactica, William Adama, as well as Tom Zarek, Gaius Baltar, Kara 'Starbuck' Thrace and Karl 'Helo' Agathon. From the academy to their assignment onboard the Galactica, follow them on this previously untold tale! 11 Issues! 1 Collection!
Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment
ISBN: 1524110221
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 422
Book Description
Collecting all 11 issues of Dynamite's successful run of Battlestar Galactica: Origins along with the Battlestar Galictica: Zarek mini-sereies, focusing on the characters and events of the award-winning Sci Fi series! Featuring the 'origin' tales of the commander of the Galactica, William Adama, as well as Tom Zarek, Gaius Baltar, Kara 'Starbuck' Thrace and Karl 'Helo' Agathon. From the academy to their assignment onboard the Galactica, follow them on this previously untold tale! 11 Issues! 1 Collection!
Living Hope for the End of Days
Author: John S. Barnett
Publisher: John Barnett
ISBN: 1933561203
Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 596
Book Description
Publisher: John Barnett
ISBN: 1933561203
Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 596
Book Description
Revelation from Now to Forever
Author: John Barnett
Publisher: BFM Books
ISBN: 0976331470
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 740
Book Description
Publisher: BFM Books
ISBN: 0976331470
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 740
Book Description
Battlestar Galactica and Philosophy
Author: Josef Steiff
Publisher: Open Court
ISBN: 0812697081
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
In attempting to retain her "human" side, does Sharon really have free will? Is killing a Cylon murder or garbage disposal? These are some of the questions addressed in this thoughtful collection of writings on the philosophical underpinnings of Battlestar, Galactica. The book includes a brief analysis of the original 1970s and 80s series but concentrates primarily on the episodes, characters, and issues from the entirely reimagined current series (including its fourth and final season, scheduled for airing in early 2008) as well as the two-hour TV movie and direct-to-DVD release Razor.
Publisher: Open Court
ISBN: 0812697081
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
In attempting to retain her "human" side, does Sharon really have free will? Is killing a Cylon murder or garbage disposal? These are some of the questions addressed in this thoughtful collection of writings on the philosophical underpinnings of Battlestar, Galactica. The book includes a brief analysis of the original 1970s and 80s series but concentrates primarily on the episodes, characters, and issues from the entirely reimagined current series (including its fourth and final season, scheduled for airing in early 2008) as well as the two-hour TV movie and direct-to-DVD release Razor.
The Origin of the Universe
The Theology of Battlestar Galactica
Author: Kevin J. Wetmore, Jr.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786489464
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 219
Book Description
The reimagined television series Battlestar Galactica (2005 to 2009 on the Sci Fi Channel), features religion and theology among its central concerns—but does not simply use its myriad faiths as plot devices or background material. Battlestar Galactica is, in and of itself, a theological text. Over the course of 87 episodes and two television movies, the series’ narrative arc explores the meanings of salvation, prophecy, exile, apocalypse, resurrection, and messianism, and clearly demonstrates the working of a divine will in a material world. The book offers a systematic theology for each of Battlestar Galactica’s invented religions and surveys echoes of American Christianity in the groundbreaking series.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786489464
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 219
Book Description
The reimagined television series Battlestar Galactica (2005 to 2009 on the Sci Fi Channel), features religion and theology among its central concerns—but does not simply use its myriad faiths as plot devices or background material. Battlestar Galactica is, in and of itself, a theological text. Over the course of 87 episodes and two television movies, the series’ narrative arc explores the meanings of salvation, prophecy, exile, apocalypse, resurrection, and messianism, and clearly demonstrates the working of a divine will in a material world. The book offers a systematic theology for each of Battlestar Galactica’s invented religions and surveys echoes of American Christianity in the groundbreaking series.
Religious Science Fiction in Battlestar Galactica and Caprica
Author: Jutta Wimmler
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476662533
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Why did it seem strange when Battlestar Galactica ended its narrative on a religious note instead of providing a scientific explanation? And what does this have to do with gender? This book explores the connection between the triumph of religion and the dominance of femininity in Battlestar Galactica and its prequel series Caprica. Both series breached science fiction's convention of representing the "irrationality" of femininity and religion. Analyzing the connections (and disconnections) between women and men, and theology and technology, the author argues that the "Battlestarverse" depicts women as zones of contact between the seemingly contradictory spheres of science and religion by simultaneously employing and breaking gender stereotypes.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476662533
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Why did it seem strange when Battlestar Galactica ended its narrative on a religious note instead of providing a scientific explanation? And what does this have to do with gender? This book explores the connection between the triumph of religion and the dominance of femininity in Battlestar Galactica and its prequel series Caprica. Both series breached science fiction's convention of representing the "irrationality" of femininity and religion. Analyzing the connections (and disconnections) between women and men, and theology and technology, the author argues that the "Battlestarverse" depicts women as zones of contact between the seemingly contradictory spheres of science and religion by simultaneously employing and breaking gender stereotypes.
The Natural History of the Universe
Author: Colin A. Ronan
Publisher: MacMillan Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
History of the universe: its birth, its life, and its possible future.
Publisher: MacMillan Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
History of the universe: its birth, its life, and its possible future.