The following is a recommendation of a reading order for the novels that are set in andor interact with the postnemesis era of star trek. Here is an alphabetical list of books about the popular television and movie science fiction thriller star trek, that are currently available. With the release of their new two book exploration of the star trek phenomenon, authors edward gross and mark a. The book about the making of star trek published by user, 11 years ago back when there was little else written about star trek, before david gerrolds great world of star trek analysis or franz josephs blueprints, the making of star trek was the ultimate.
When captain jonathan archer of the uss enterprise discovers ancient weapons of absolute power scattered across the. The star trek annotated timeline by win scott eckert c 20012003 iv introduction this timeline began in the late 1970s as an effort to place the original star trek novels published by bantam books, and the star trek log books by alan dean foster, into a logical chronology with the televised episodes of the original series. Incredibly, one of the infiltrators is a vulcan, who asserts that hes lived among earths population. An original novel set in the universe of star trek.
Oct 22, 2014 books and reading are at the very foundation of star trek. Raceing toward a white future, daniel leonard bernardi argues, the world of star trek and its spinoffsis both implicitly and explicitly about the meaning of race. The original series is a series of science fiction novels based on the popular television show 19661969 and movies created by gene roddenberry. Star trek simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. In 1970, james blish published the first original star trek novel. For a series set in our future, star trek revisits the past constantly. There have been parodies on television in the cartoons futurama, the simpsons and family guy. The video games company blizzard entertainment puts references to star trek in many of its games, like starcraft and world of warcraft. Thirteen movies shown in theaters from 1980 to 2016. The first star trek novels were direct novelizations of the original star trek episodes by james blish, running from 19671978. From shakespeare to sherlock holmes the two most popular literary references, and from plays to poetry, star trek underscores the continuing relevance of literature to the human species, especially as it moves among the stars. May 01, 2011 real lawyer reacts to star trek tng measure of a man picard defends datas humanity legaleagle duration. From the founding of the federation, to zefram cochranes invention of warp drive, to james t. The best star trek books for the 50th anniversary book riot.
Would anybody know of a comprehensive list of every single nonfiction book about star trek has been published. This is the first book to combine an authoritative history of the star trek franchiseincluding all six television series and eleven feature filmswith anecdotes about the show from those who helped shape it from the outside in. From audet ix to zytchin iii, this book covers it all. With the release of their new twobook exploration of the star trek phenomenon, authors edward gross and mark a.
Voyagertm, this book provides a comprehensive look at star trek s incredible history. And there is the james dixon star trek chronology, an attempt to put all star trek movies, episodes, movles, comic books, etc. Since gene roddenberrys original series first aired in 1966, star trek has become a pop culture phenomenon, and one of the largest global properties of all time. He examines the behindthescenes saga from the struggles of trek s enthusiastic. The motion picture and resuming this july with the director justin lins star trek beyond. The star trek encyclopedia michael okuda, denise okuda. A guide to the history that informs the world of star trek just in time for the next jj abrams star trek movie.
The kirkera part of star trek generations is set 78 years before 2371 established by way of an onscreen caption, thus is set in 2293 and soon after star trek vi the gap between the 1986 film star trek iv. Star trek book lot mixed series captains table, voyager dark matters, gateways. The original series is a series of novels written by various authors and based on the science fiction genre. Gene roddenberry and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It depicted a time many years in the future, where mankind wasnt restricted by many of the cultural issues that affected the lives of those watching the television show. The franchise is primarily set in the future, ranging from the mid22nd century star trek. When captain jonathan archer of the uss enterprise discovers ancient weapons of absolute power scattered across the alpha quadrant, he and. Kirks early days in starfleet academytm, to the voyages of the starship enterprisetm under captain jeanluc picard, to the newest adventures of the u. Star trek is science fiction franchise covering several different mediums created by american screenwriter and producer gene roddenberry.
Theyre easy reads, and not bad in keeping with the original series storyline. Star trek is an enduring icon in american popular culture. A tribute to star trek is maintained by john patuto. Enterprise is startled by two intruders who have transported through space and time from earth circa 1968. Mar 12, 2012 in 1970, james blish published the first original star trek novel. Many of these types of collections are often known as franchises the main parts of the star trek franchise are.
A newly revised, 2 book set is to be released on october 18, 2016 with about 300 pages of new and expanded entries, up to and including into darkness. Following the encounter with the mysterious gary seven in the twentieth century, the crew of the u. This includes the ongoing adventures in the next generation, deep space nine, voyager, and enterprise lines, along with spinoff series titan and adventures of the uss. Buy the making of star trek reissue by whitfield, stephen e. However the franchise has also outlined a fictional future history of earth prior to this, and, primarily through time travel plots, explored both past and furtherfuture. Two new star trek books explore 50 years of behindthe.
If its anything like the one i frequent, its going to have a lot of star trek. This addendum highlights the latest episodes of star trek. Voyagertm, this book provides a comprehensive look at star treks incredible history. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Star trek expert robert greenberger covers everything from show creator gene roddenberrys initial plans for a series combining sciencefiction and. The star trek publishing program, anchored by pocket books for fiction and other formats and idw for comic books, has exploded in the last few years. Click on the image or title for additional information and availability purchases are provided by. A newly revised, 2book set is to be released on october 18, 2016 with about 300 pages of new and expanded entries, up to and including into darkness. There are two kinds of people in the universe, molly, i said.
The novels of the series are adapted from the popular television series and movies of the same name that were telecast between the year 1966 and 1969. Net is in no way associated with, nor endorsed by, paramount pictures andor viacom. The book of lists catalogs the most compelling facts about the original series and its spinoffs, as well as its thirteen films, gathered together. Wouldve liked to have read more about the drama that took place that was alluded to in shatners movie memories inside star trek by solow and justman fantastic chekovs enteprise what an interesting book. Seven television series first shown from 1966 to today and. Your best bet would be to run over to your nearest used book store. The star trek cookbook, ethan phillips and william j.
Star trek books goodreads meet your next favorite book. The motion picture enjoyed this, but it does seem a bit fluffy. Star trek postnemesis reading order the following is a recommendation of a reading order for the novels that are set in andor interact with the postnemesis era of star trek. Its fair to say that star trek is one of the biggest media franchises in popular culture history 703 episodes are spread across five series and thats not even counting the animated series. Kirk and spock battle nazis, roman gladiators, and witness the great depression. The brave and the bold, book in this unforgettable star trek adventure spanning three generations, a series of ancient weapons wreak havoc across the galaxy.
Altman have crafted a definitive and often downright dishy chronicle of the. In its broadest sense, star trek is a collection of science fiction video entertainments, owned by paramount and cbs, as well as various spinoffs. A comprehensive guide to all thirtytwo tv episodes and the two feature films, with information about regular cast and guests, together with notes and fascinating asides. As of november 2019, approximately 850 novels, short story anthologies, novelizations, and omnibus editions, have been published. Star trek postnemesis novel reading order shastrix books. The star trek chronology documents every important event. Sep 06, 2016 the star trek encyclopedia, michael and denise okuda. Star trek and history wiley pop culture and history. The cat in the hat returns for more outofcontrol fun in this wintry beginner book by dr. This is the ultimate reference book for all star trek fans. Books and reading are at the very foundation of star trek. Is there a chronological reading order for star trek books. Star trek was an american science fiction television series that first aired in 1966. Star trek has always dealt in the mysterious and exotic, and how t.
The complete unauthorized history, a new book about the history of the star trek franchise, spans a time frame from the early 1960s, when star trek was still only an idea in gene. As of november 2019, approximately 850 novels, short story anthologies, novelizations, and omnibus editions, have been published novels based on star trek, the next generation, voyager, and discovery, are in print. One simple act, and the troubles of the united federation of planets have grown darker overnight. The original series a retronym, followed by several movies and television series most notably star trek. Star trek has a fiftytwo year history of tiein fiction, beginning with the 1967 publication of james blishs star trek 1.
Trekkie enthusiasm fueled the success of comic books, cartoons, novels, action figures and other merchandise based on the series, as well as star. Greenberger, author of over a dozen trek novels and short stories, tells this fascinating tale as only an expert and longtime fan could. Along with the various star trek novel series there have also been dozens of authors who have contributed to the franchise, including but not limited to roddenberry himself, g. Jul 22, 2016 the secondmost famous crew in star trek history, captain jeanluc picard patrick stewart and his officers might have commanded the d for only a fraction of the time that kirk and company stayed together, but their tenure is nonetheless one of the most important and consequential exploratory missions the federation had ever seen. Book the fourth original novel in the electrifying the next generationdeep space nine crossover event.
The movie galaxy quest is a star trek parody, which means it was made to be like star trek in a funny way. The star trek encyclopedia, michael and denise okuda. Star trek expert robert greenberger covers everything from show creator gene roddenberrys initial plans for a series combining sciencefiction. Star trek, wedding guest book, wedding guest book alternative, star trek wedding guest book, wedding guest book alternative, guest book luxuriousgiftshop 5. The cat in the hat returns for more out of control fun in this wintry beginner book by dr.
Find star trek books and star trek books lot from a vast selection of books. The complete unauthorized history by robert greenberger is a long book. Last week, i found myself unexpectedly in possession of a copy. I posted earlier in the day asking some canon questions about star trek and i noticed how laid back the fandom is in star trek vs star warsthere is so much consternation over the new movies in star wars, its refreshing to have a fan base be able to like or not like something without getting so worked up about it. Real lawyer reacts to star trek tng measure of a man picard defends datas humanity legaleagle duration. I just started reading the star trek books and would like to know what is the best order for reading so that i can progress chronologically. Insurrection the thousands of photos and hundreds of illustrations place the star trek universe at. As recently as 2017, novels based on deep space nine and. This article dicusses the fictional timeline of the star trek franchise.
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