โ Scribed by Bernard J Schaffer
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"Science fiction films, from the original Frankenstein and The Fly to Blade Runner and The Terminator, traditionally have been filled with aliens, spaceships, androids, cyborgs, and all sorts of robotic creatures along with their various creators. The popular appeal of these characters is undeniable, but what is the meaning of this generation of creatures? What is the relationship of mad scientist to subject, of human to android, of creature to creator? Androids, Humanoids, and Other Folklore Monsters is a profound investigation of this popular cultural form."--Publisher's description.;Dangerous science -- Meanwhile back in the kitchen; or, women and science -- Humanoids in the toolshed -- In the belly of the beast -- Disembodied brains -- Docile bodies -- Intrusive media -- The dystopia -- The human form submerged, beleaguered, and triumphant -- Have mind, seek soul : the android's quest -- Conclusion.
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