Doctor Who A British Alien

Author : Danny Nicol
Publisher : Springer
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-02
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9783319658346

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Doctor Who: A British Alien? by Danny Nicol Pdf

This book argues that Doctor Who, the world’s longest-running science fiction series often considered to be about distant planets and monsters, is in reality just as much about Britain and Britishness. Danny Nicol explores how the show, through science fiction allegory and metaphor, constructs national identity in an era in which identities are precarious, ambivalent, transient and elusive. It argues that Doctor Who’s projection of Britishness is not merely descriptive but normative—putting forward a vision of what the British ought to be. The book interrogates the substance of Doctor Who’s Britishness in terms of individualism, entrepreneurship, public service, class, gender, race and sexuality. It analyses the show’s response to the pressures on British identity wrought by devolution and separatist currents in Scotland and Wales, globalisation, foreign policy adventures and the unrelenting rise of the transnational corporation.

Author : Jason Barr,Camille D. G. Mustachio
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-15
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781442234819

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The Language of Doctor Who by Jason Barr,Camille D. G. Mustachio Pdf

In a richly developed fictional universe, Doctor Who, a wandering survivor of a once-powerful alien civilization, possesses powers beyond human comprehension. He can bend the fabric of time and space with his TARDIS, alter the destiny of worlds, and drive entire species into extinction. The good doctor’s eleven “regenerations” and fifty years’ worth of adventures make him the longest-lived hero in science-fiction television. In The Language of Doctor Who: From Shakespeare to Alien Tongues, Jason Barr and Camille D. G. Mustachio present several essays that use language as an entry point into the character and his universe. Ranging from the original to the rebooted television series—through the adventures of the first eleven Doctors—these essays explore how written and spoken language have been used to define the Doctor’s ever-changing identities, shape his relationships with his many companions, and give him power over his enemies—even the implacable Daleks. Individual essays focus on fairy tales, myths, medical-travel narratives, nursery rhymes, and, of course, Shakespeare. Contributors consider how the Doctor’s companions speak with him through graffiti, how the Doctor himself uses postmodern linguistics to communicate with alien species, and how language both unites and divides fans of classic Who and new Who as they try to converse with each other. Broad in scope, innovative in approach, and informed by a deep affection for the program, TheLanguage of Doctor Whowill appeal to scholars of science fiction, television, and language, as well as to fans looking for a new perspective on their favorite Time Lord.

Author : Lawrence Miles
Publisher : BBC Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0563405775

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Alien Bodies by Lawrence Miles Pdf

YA. Featuring the eighth Dr Who on an island in the East Indies in a lost city. 11 yrs+

Author : Gabriel P. Cooper,Who HQ
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781524791087

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What Is the Story of Doctor Who? by Gabriel P. Cooper,Who HQ Pdf

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time. This What Is the Story of? title is out of this universe! Learn the history of the Time Lord, the TARDIS, and the epic battles they've faced across time and space. When Doctor Who began airing on the BBC in 1963, British audiences were introduced to the rogue Time Lord from the planet Gallifrey. Now, viewers from all over the world are glued to their screens for the mysterious Doctor's intergalactic adventures. But how did this time traveler became such a beloved character? Author Gabriel P. Cooper provides readers with the inside scoop on the Doctor's unique time machine, loyal companions, and diabolical foes. This book, just like the show, is sure to intrigue a new generation of fans.

Author : Stephen Cole
Publisher : Random House
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Doctor Who (Fictitious character)
ISBN : 9781849905169

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Ten Little Aliens by Stephen Cole Pdf

The first in a series of eleven classic adventures published as part of Doctor Who's 50th anniversary.

Author : British Broadcasting Corporation Staff
Publisher : BBC Children's Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Doctor Who (Fictitious character)
ISBN : 1405907487

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Doctor Who: Companion Compendium by British Broadcasting Corporation Staff Pdf

This is a 'Doctor Who' trivia treasure trove of essential facts, space-time stats and all kinds of exciting alien information Find out the Doctor's final words as each of his incarnations, learn alien battle cries and how to identify different types of star, and much more.

Author : Michael M. Levy,Farah Mendlesohn
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781440838330

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Aliens in Popular Culture by Michael M. Levy,Farah Mendlesohn Pdf

An indispensable resource, this book provides wide coverage on aliens in fiction and popular culture. The wide impact that the imagined alien has had upon Western culture has not been surveyed before; in many cases the essays in Aliens in Popular Culture are the first written on the topic. The book is a compendium of short entries on notable uses of aliens in popular culture across different media and platforms by almost 90 researchers in the field. It covers science fiction from the late nineteenth century into the twenty-first century, including books, films, television, comics, games, and even advertisements. Individual essays point to the ways in which the imagined alien can be seen as a reflection of different fears and tensions within society, above all in the Anglo-American world. The book additionally provides an overview for context and suggestions for further reading. All varieties of readers will find it to be a comprehensive reference about the extra-terrestrial in popular culture.

Author : Silvia Schilling
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 18 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-14
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9783668524576

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From "The Time Machine" to "Doctor Who". The Motif of Time Travel in British Science Fiction by Silvia Schilling Pdf

Seminar paper from the year 2014 in the subject English Language and Literature Studies - Literature, grade: 1,0, University of Constance, language: English, abstract: This term paper analyzes the novel "The Time Machine", written by G. Well in 1895, and compares it to the popular British TV series "Doctor Who", in particular the very first episode "An Unearthly Child" and a fairly modern episode called "The Doctor's Wife". The aspect of dicussion is the motif of time travel. "The Time Machine" was one of the very first stories concerned with time travel, so it is analyzed in which the motif has developed since then. Specific aspects of discussion are the character of the time traveler and the complexity of the time machine, in both "The Time Machine" and the chosen "Doctor Who" episodes.

Author : Gillian I. Leitch,Donald E. Palumbo,C.W. Sullivan III
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-13
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476602240

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Doctor Who in Time and Space by Gillian I. Leitch,Donald E. Palumbo,C.W. Sullivan III Pdf

This collection of fresh essays addresses a broad range of topics in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who, both old (1963-1989) and new (2005-present). The book begins with the fan: There are essays on how the show is viewed and identified with, fan interactions with each other, reactions to changes, the wilderness years when it wasn't in production. Essays then look at the ways in which the stories are told (e.g., their timeliness, their use of time travel as a device, etc.). After discussing the stories and devices and themes, the essays turn to looking at the Doctor's female companions and how they evolve, are used, and changed by their journey with the Doctor.

Author : BBC,British Broadcasting Corporation Staff
Publisher : BBC
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2009-09-01
Category : Doctor Who (Television program : 2005- )
ISBN : 1405905778

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Guide to Alien Armies by BBC,British Broadcasting Corporation Staff Pdf

Pocket-sized books designed for quick reference against alien armies. Profiles on Cybermen, how to identify the different Daleks, and key facts about Sontarans.

Author : Gillian I. Leitch,Sherry Ginn
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2023-12-20
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476689531

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Being a Girl with The Doctor by Gillian I. Leitch,Sherry Ginn Pdf

Throughout the long running BBC series Doctor Who, the Doctor has rarely been alone, traveling with both female and male "companions." The companion is essential to Doctor Who because he or she is a stand-in for the audience, providing information about the Doctor's ongoing adventures. With the casting of a female actor in the role of the Doctor in 2018, one criticism of the series was finally resolved. After the shift in gender identity, the role of the Doctor and the companion also shifted--or has it? The continued focus on romantic relations between the TARDIS occupants has led to complaints from both male and female fans, reiterating and reinforcing myriad criticisms about the portrayal of the female companions. Essays in this book consider how gender is presented in Doctor Who and how certain female companions have been able to break out of the gendered roles usually assigned to them through the classic and new series.

Author : Swen Steinberg,Anthony Grenville
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9789004399532

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Refugees from Nazi-occupied Europe in British Overseas Territories by Swen Steinberg,Anthony Grenville Pdf

This special issue focusses on refugees from Nazi-occupied Europe in British colonies, dominions and overseas territories. It deals with aspects like internment, identity and cultural representation in not well-known destinations of forced migration like India, New Zealand, Canada or Kenya.

Author : Michele Brittany
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2014-11-12
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780786477937

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James Bond and Popular Culture by Michele Brittany Pdf

The most recognizable fictional spy and one of the longest running film franchises, James Bond has inspired a host of other pop culture contributions, including Doctor Who (the Jon Pertwee era), the animated television comedy series Archer, Matt Kindt's comic book series Mind MGMT, Japan's Nakano Spy School Films, the 1960s Italian Eurospy genre, and the recent 007 Legends video game. This collection of new essays analyzes Bond's phenomenal literary and filmic influence over the past 50-plus years. The 14 essays are categorized into five parts: film, television, literature, lifestyle (emphasis on fashion and home decor), and the Bond persona reinterpreted.

Author : Cuthbert Lindsay Dunn
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1952
Category : Accidents
ISBN : UCAL:B3929934

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The Emergency Medical Services: England and Wales by Cuthbert Lindsay Dunn Pdf

Author : Sherry Ginn,Gillian I. Leitch
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10-08
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781442255777

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Time-Travel Television by Sherry Ginn,Gillian I. Leitch Pdf

Stories of time travel have been part of science fiction since H. G. Wells sent his nameless hero hurtling into Earth’s distant future in The Time Machine. Time travel enables the storyteller to depict alternate realities, bring fictional characters face to face with historical figures, and depict moral and ethical dilemmas in which millions of lives (or the world as we know it) are at stake. From Doctor Who and Quantum Leap to the multiple incarnations of Star Trek, time travel has been a staple of science fiction television for more than fifty years. Time-Travel Television: The Past from the Present, the Future from the Pastsurveys the whole range of time travel stories on the small screen. The essays in this collection explore time travel series both familiar (Babylon 5, Stargate SG-1) and forgotten (The Time Tunnel, Voyagers!), as well as time-travel themed episodes and arcs in series where it is not central, such as Red Dwarf, Lost, and Heroes. Contributors to this volume consider some of the classic themes of time-travel stories: the promise (and peril) of “fixing” the past, the chance to experience (and choose) possible futures, and the potential for small changes to have great effects. Exploring time travel as a teaching tool, as a vehicle for moral lessons, and as a background for high adventure, this book offers new perspectives on many familiar programs and the first serious study of several unjustly neglected ones. Time-Travel Television is essential reading for science fiction scholars and fans, and for anyone interested in the many ways that television brings the fantastic into viewers’ living rooms.