Tarnished heroes, charming villains, and modern monsters : science fiction in shades of gray on 21st century television /

"In the series Heroes, Lost, Battlestar Galactica, Caprica, Doctor Who, and Torchwood, as well as Joss Whedon's many series, traditional heroes give way to "gray" heroes who must become more like the villains that they face in order to save society. This book examines heroes and...

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Main Author:	Porter, Lynnette R., 1957-
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, [2010]
Subjects:	Science fiction television programs > History and criticism. Heroes on television. Villains on television.