Description: From Madman to Crime Fighter : The Scientist in Western Culture, Paperback by Haynes, Roslynn D., ISBN 1421423049, ISBN-13 9781421423043, Brand New, Free shipping in the US This book for students and general readers explores depictions of scientists in art, film, and fiction of the 20th century, delving into the origins and meanings behind various cultural archetypes such as the mad scientist, the scientist as hero, the adventurer, the impersonal scientist, the immoral scientist, and the image of Pandora’s Box. Th also examines more recent, more realistic portrayals of scientists who warn the public of danger. This revised edition contains material on works of the early 21st century, plus two new chapters on the scientist as woman, and on robots, androids, cyborgs, and clones. The appendix lists films and TV series with scientist characters. Th contains b&w historical illustrations, photos, and film stills. Annotation ©2017 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR ()
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Book Title: From Madman to Crime Fighter : The Scientist in Western Culture
Author: Haynes, Roslynn D.
Language: english