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An edition of NASA/Trek (1997)

Nasa/Trek

Popular Science and Sex in America

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An edition of NASA/Trek (1997)

Nasa/Trek

Popular Science and Sex in America

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This wry and highly readable investigation of the role of space travel in popular imagination looks at the way NASA has openly borrowed from the TV show Star Trek to reinforce its public standing. It also celebrates the work of a group of the show's fans who rewrite its storylines in porno-romance fanzines. Constance Penley advocates that scientific experimentation be accompanied by social and sexual experimentation, and devoted to exploring inner as well as outer space.

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Verso Books
Language
English
Pages
169

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Astronautics and civilization Astronautics in literature Astronautics in mass media History Popular culture Sex customs Star trek (Television program) United States United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration Sex discrimination against women Women in science Popular culture, united states Sex United states, national aeronautics and space administration Star trek television programs Science, social aspects

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United States

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20th century
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Nasa/Trek: Popular Science and Sex in America
June 1997, Verso Books
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NASA/Trek: Popular Science and Sex in America
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NASA/TREK: popular science and sex in America
1997, Verso
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Hardcover
Number of pages
169
Dimensions
8 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
Weight
11.2 ounces

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OL8307100M
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0860914054
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9780860914051
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153806
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3055868

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OL2649214W

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