It is a scientific truth that the structure of the universe depends on the amount of “dark matter” contained in the cosmos. When sinister forces threaten to tamper with the very nature of reality, Captain Janeway and the crew of the U.S.S. Voyager must risk everything to restore the universal balance…. Years ago, near the […]
Scientific theory holds that ninety percent of all matter in the universe is “dark matter,” unable to be detected by ordinary means. The gravitational force of that mysterious material ensures the continuance of all reality, but now a cosmic conspiracy plans to use excess dark matter to bring about the death of the universe. While […]
Kirk and McCoy accompany Spock to the Vulcan Academy Hospital seeking experimental treatment for a badly wounded Enterprise crew member. Spock’s mother is also a patient in the hospital, and Kirk soon becomes involved in the complex drama of Spock’s family… Suddenly, patients are dying, and Kirk suspects the unthinkable — murder on Vulcan! But […]
To protect the cargo ships essential to the continuing existence of the fledgling Coalition of Planets, the captains of the United Earth’s Starfleet are ordered to interstellar picket duty, with little more to do than ask “Who goes there?” into the darkness of space. Captain Jonathan Archer of the Enterprise seethes with frustration, wondering if […]
Before the Dominion War and the decimation of Cardassia…before the coming of the Emissary and the discovery of the wormhole…before space station Terok Nor became Deep Space 9…there was the Occupation: the military takeover of an alien planet and the violent insurgency that fought against it. Now that fifty-year tale of warring ideologies, terrorism, greed, […]
Dateline — Paramount Pictures announces the formation of its own television network, with a new Star Trek program as its cornerstone. The year is not 1994, but 1977 and the new series titled Star Trek Phase II would have reunited almost all of The Original Series cast members. A footnote in Star Trek history, few […]
Shedding new light on the legendary TV show, a biography of the creator of Star Trekreveals his real-life inspiration for Mr. Spock, how his background influenced the show, and his relationships with the colorful cast.Â
Gene Roddenberry created a mythology for the twentieth century: “Star Trek”. One of the most successful television shows and cultural icons of all time, “Star Trek” was a forum for probing some of life’s fundamental questions: What is the difference between sexuality and love? Where does duty end and morality begin? What does it mean […]
The Enterprise comes acrossa huge, antiquated vessel floating in space and carrying a colony of primitivehuman beings who have been lost in space. While the colonists are in perfecthealth, they must deal with the culture shock of learning that a world existsoutside of their spaceship. Their initial reaction is fear, as they believethe crew of […]
With the Romulans approaching the boundaries of Federation space and the Klingons threatening to break the Organian peace treaty, Captain Kirk and his crew face a new peril in the person of Omne, the powerful and twisted creator of the Phoenix process. Reissue.
This collector’s edition tells the inside story of “Star Trek”. It covers all the people, places and events that made the show one of the most popular series ever. The author, David Gerrold, is winner of both the Hugo and Nebula Awards.
Devise a look for the future. Construct strange new worlds. Create new life forms. Design their clothes. Do it all in a week. And do it on budget. This was the mission for the creative staff of Star Trek. For three years just a handful of talented artists created the entire world of Star Trek. […]
A no-holds-barred look at the complex and driven visionary who created Star Trek gives a backstage portrait based on inside sources that reveals the whole man, alcoholic, self-promoting, womanizing, yet intensely creative.
Trekkies and Trekkers alike will get starry-eyed over this eclectic mix of essays on the groundbreaking original Star Trek series. Star Trek writers D. C. Fontana and David Gerrold, science fiction authors, such as Howard Weinstein, and various academics share behind-the-scenes anecdotes, discuss the show’s enduring appeal and influence, and examine some of the classic […]
William Shatner — Captain Kirk himself — explores how the imagination of Star Trek is reflected in the cutting-edge science of today. Over five decades, Star Trek’s celebration of mankind’s technical achievements and positive view of the future have earned it an enduring place in our global culture. Its scientific vision has also had a […]
The complete history of the TV series, from conception, design and scripting to how the finished product was produced and sold. The book should be of interest to TV writers, directors and producers, as well as providing a behind-the-scenes guide for fans of the cult series. Please note that “Stephen E. Whitefield” is a pen […]
From Publishers Weekly Known primarily for his role as the confident Pavel Chekov in the Star Trek series and films, Koenig (Chekov’s Enterprise) offers a surprisingly fretful memoir, focusing on his lifelong battle with neurosis and the toll it has taken on his personal and professional relationships. The book’s first half covers Koenig’s childhood experiences […]
Inside Trek is an unauthorized, behind-the-scenes look at one of television’s most beloved series, filled with never before told stories about the cast, the writers, and most importantly, Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry. For over 17 years, Susan Sackett was Roddenberry’s executive assistant — and secret lover. Sackett presents the first true portrait of Star […]
Asian-American actor Takei attributes his success to his role as Mr. Sulu on the Star Trek TV series and in six full-length motion pictures (1966-1991). Starting with his Japanese-American family’s internment in a WWII high-security camp in northern California, this lively memoir reveals the author’s upbeat but pragmatic nature. The boy’s early fascination with the […]
A behind-the-scenes chronicle of the three spinoff Star Trek series includes commentary by the actors, writers, producers, and directors; presents an inside scoop on the forthcoming movie; and includes a show-by-show guide.
