Phasers on Stun! How the Making (and Remaking) of Star Trek Changed the World

Britt combines his extensive knowledge of the Star Trek franchise with interviews conducted over the past decade to craft a thoughtful exploration of the show’s history. His narrative bridges fact with fandom and is packed with fun anecdotes, such as how Spock’s famous ears were first hastily made of papier-mâché. But the book’s ultimate mission is highlighting why Star Trek continues to be a groundbreaking series. From Nichelle Nichols as Lt. Uhura to Michelle Yeoh as Captain Georgiou and beyond, Britt shows readers how Star Trek has always been at the forefront of representation and the effect those efforts have had on television and in popular culture. Footnotes throughout the text provide additional entertaining insights, and the bibliographical references for each chapter are useful for further research. Britt’s lively writing style will engage newer fans and confirmed Trekkies alike.