The Theology of Battlestar Galactica: American Christianity in the 2004-2009 Television Series [Paperback]

Kevin J. (Author), Jr. Wetmore (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 17, 2012 | ISBN-10: 0786465506 | ISBN-13: 978-0786465507

The reimagined television series Battlestar Galactica (2005 to 2009 on the Sci Fi Channel), features religion and theology among its central concerns--but does not simply use its myriad faiths as plot devices or background material. Battlestar Galactica is, in and of itself, a theological text. Over the course of 87 episodes and two television movies, the series' narrative arc explores the meanings of salvation, prophecy, exile, apocalypse, resurrection, and messianism, and clearly demonstrates the working of a divine will in a material world. The book offers a systematic theology for each of Battlestar Galactica's invented religions and surveys echoes of American Christianity in the groundbreaking series.

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About the Author

Kevin J. Wetmore, Jr., is a professional actor and director whose previous books have covered topics ranging from Star Wars to Renaissance faires. He is associate professor of theater at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 219 pages
• Publisher: Mcfarland (April 17, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786465506
• ISBN-13: 978-0786465507
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,049,551 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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