Star Wars Psychology
Star Wars Psychology

Author: Travis Langley

Publisher: Sterling

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781454917366

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

From its very first frame, the Star Wars series created a compelling universe, with complex characters and engaging storytelling. In advance of the highly anticipated new movie, "Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens," this essay collection offers a fascinating and unauthorized psychological analysis of every aspect of George Lucas's richly rendered world. A group of expert contributors, edited by Travis Langley, examines such topics as family ties, Jedi qualities, masculinity, girl power, and the values embodied in both the "dark" and "light" sides of this spellbinding world.

Supersurvivors
Supersurvivors

Author: David B Feldman

Publisher: Random House India

Published: 2015-04-15

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 8184006934

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

A supersurvivor is a person who has dramatically transformed his or her life after surviving a trauma, accomplishing amazing things or transforming the world for the better. When tragedy befalls, many people succumb to trauma and suffer many psychological setbacks such as posttraumatic stress disorder. Many are able to move past the trauma and return to normal life. Some, however, are able to bounce back stronger and tougher than before. This rare species is called the supersurvivor. The scope of suffering may vary, but most people face troubles small or big in their day-to-day lives. Supersurvivors offers astonishing stories of the indomitable human spirit which will put your own life and how you live it into perspective.

The Walking Dead Psychology
The Walking Dead Psychology

Author: Travis Langley

Publisher:

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781454917052

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The Walking Dead depicts a postapocalyptic world filled with relentless violence and death. How would such trauma affect the psyche? Nineteen fascinating essays explore the deep psychological forces that drive the show's action, from the costs of killing and survivor guilt to the consequences of nonstop stress and the struggle to find meaning in tragedy. The Walking Dead Psychology helps fans better grasp this compelling fictional universe.

Linking Galaxies
Linking Galaxies

Author: William Custer

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2020-12-29

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13:

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

It is undeniable that Star Wars is one of the greatest stories ever told about one of the greatest universes ever created. A reason for its popularity and greatness is that Star Wars resonates with parts of us that make the story compelling and relatable on a deep level. Using the theories of scholars such as Joseph Campbell, Carl Jung, and Jordan Peterson, Christian and Will apply concepts from psychology, philosophy, and storytelling to Star Wars to uncover what makes it so great. Christian and Will analyze multiple facets of the Star Wars franchise, including the movies, TV shows, books, comics, and video games (other examples from popular culture are also present) in order to truly uncover all of the hidden treasure within a galaxy that may not be so far away.

Psychology at the Movies
Psychology at the Movies

Author: Skip Dine Young

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-04-09

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 0470971770

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Psychology at the Movies explores the insights to be gained by applying various psychological lenses to popular films including cinematic depictions of human behavior, the psychology of filmmakers, and the impact of viewing movies. Uses the widest range of psychological approaches to explore movies, the people who make them, and the people who watch them Written in an accessible style with vivid examples from a diverse group of popular films, such as The Silence of the Lambs, The Wizard of Oz, Star Wars, Taxi Driver, Good Will Hunting, and A Beautiful Mind Brings together psychology, film studies, mass communication, and cultural studies to provide an interdisciplinary perspective Features an extensive bibliography for further exploration of various research fields

The Science of Star Wars
The Science of Star Wars

Author: Jeanne Cavelos

Publisher: Macmillan + ORM

Published: 2007-04-01

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1429971762

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Could the science fiction of Star Wars be the actual science of tomorrow? -How close are we to creating robots that look and act like R2-D2 and C-3PO? -Can we access a "force" with our minds to move objects and communicate telepathically with each other? -How might spaceships like the Millennium Falcon make the exhilarating jump into hyperspace? -What kind of environment could spawn a Wookiee? -Could a single blast from the Death Star destroy an entire planet? -Could light sabers possibly be built, and if so, how would they work? -Do Star Wars aliens look like "real" aliens might? -What would living on a desert planet like Tatooine be like? -Why does Darth Vader require an artificial respirator? Discover the answers to these and many other fascinating questions of physics, astronomy, biology and more, as a noted scientist and Star Wars enthusiast explores The Science of Star Wars.

Star Wars and Philosophy
Star Wars and Philosophy

Author: Kevin S. Decker

Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com

Published: 2010-10

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 1459601017

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Sensed a disturbance in The Force lately? This is whats been setting your midi-chlorians tingling. Seventeen Jedi adepts got together to probe the deeper reaches of the Star Wars epic. A hazardous quest philosophy is more risky than not letting a ...

The World According to Star Wars
The World According to Star Wars

Author: Cass R. Sunstein

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2016-05-31

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 0062484249

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER #1 Washington Post Bestseller There’s Santa Claus, Shakespeare, Mickey Mouse, the Bible, and then there’s Star Wars. Nothing quite compares to sitting down with a young child and hearing the sound of John Williams’s score as those beloved golden letters fill the screen. In this fun, erudite, and often moving book, Cass R. Sunstein explores the lessons of Star Wars as they relate to childhood, fathers, the Dark Side, rebellion, and redemption. As it turns out, Star Wars also has a lot to teach us about constitutional law, economics, and political uprisings. In rich detail, Sunstein tells the story of the films’ wildly unanticipated success and explores why some things succeed while others fail. Ultimately, Sunstein argues, Star Wars is about freedom of choice and our never-ending ability to make the right decision when the chips are down. Written with buoyant prose and considerable heart, The World According to Star Wars shines a bright new light on the most beloved story of our time.

Star Trek Psychology
Star Trek Psychology

Author: Travis Langley

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781454918424

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

This book features 20 essays and an exclusive interview with Rod Roddenberry, son of 'Star Trek' creator Gene Roddenberry. In a fun and accessible way, 'Star Trek Psychology' delves deep into the psyches of the show's well-known and well-loved characters. It uses academic and scientific theories to analyze and answer such questions as 'Why do Trek's aliens look so human?' and 'How can the starship's holodeck be used for therapy?' This compilation examines alien neurobiology, discusses identity formation for shape shifters, explores the importance of emotion for artificial intelligence, and much more.

On Combat
On Combat

Author: Dave Grossman

Publisher: Ppct Research Publications

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 436

ISBN-13:

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Looks at the effect of deadly battle on the body and mind and offers new research findings to help prevent lasting adverse effects.