Women's Space: Essays on Female Characters in the 21st Century Science Fiction Western
- ISBN-10
- 1476636729
- ISBN-13
- 9781476636726
- Category
- Performing Arts
- Pages
- 206
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2020-01-17
- Publisher
- McFarland
- Authors
- Donald E. Palumbo, Melanie A. Marotta, C.W. Sullivan III
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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- 2019-07-25
- 207 pages
- Paperback
- McFarland
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- 2006-01-01
- 280 pages
- Ebook
- State University of New York Press
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