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Women's Space: Essays on Female Characters in the 21st Century Science Fiction Western

By Melanie A. Marotta

Book information

Publisher
Publishers, Inc., McFarland & Company
Year
2020
ISBN
1476676609, 1476636726, 2019943588
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
4 MB (4350549 bytes)
Series
Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy
Pages
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Time added
2022-10-01 19:59:55
LIT004260Literary CriticismNonfictionPER004140PER004150Performing Arts

Description

From the Star Wars expanded universe to Westworld, the science fiction western has captivated audiences for more than fifty years. These twelve new essays concentrate on the female characters in the contemporary science fiction western, addressing themes of power, agency, intersectionality and the body. Discussing popular works such as Fringe, Guardians of the Galaxy and Mass Effect, the essayists shed new light on the gender dynamics of these beloved franchises, emphasizing inclusion and diversity with their critical perspectives.

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