To Boldly Go

In 2016, Star Trekarguably the most popular science fiction franchise of all timeturned 50. During that time the original series and its various offshoots have created some of the genres most iconic characters and reiterated a vision of an egalitarian future where humans no longer discriminate against race, gender or sexuality. This collection of new essays provides a timely study of how well Star Trek has lived up to its own ideals of inclusivity and equality, and how well prepared it is to boldly go with everyone into the next half century.