Science Fiction Television

Science fiction series have remained a staple of American television from its inception: classic programs such as The Twilight Zone The Outer Limits and Star Trek along with recent and current series including Babylon 5 and Stargate SG-1 have been some of the most enduring and influential of all television shows. In this chronological survey author M. Keith Booker examines this phenomenon and provides in-depth studies of the most important of these series. Science Fiction Television traces the development of the genre as a distinct cultural phenomenon within the context of broader developments in American culture as a whole the process it offers a unique and informative guide for television fans and science fiction fans alike one whose coverage is unprecedented in its scope and breadth. A must-read for anyone interested in its subject or in American popular culture Science Fiction Television is a perceptive and entertaining history of one of television''s most lasting forms of entertainment.