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Women in Doctor Who
Damsels, Feminists and Monsters
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Exploring the representation of women in Doctor Who, this book analyzes various female archetypes across the series' history, including companions, villains, and supporting characters. It highlights their diverse roles, from resourceful heroes to traditional damsels in distress, while also addressing the complexity of characters like the Rani and Missy. Covering the entire franchise—including spin-offs and adaptations—it provides a comprehensive look at how these characters have shaped the narrative and the impact of their portrayals in science fiction television.
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Women in Doctor Who, Valerie Estelle Frankel
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- Women in Doctor Who
- Subtitle
- Damsels, Feminists and Monsters
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Valerie Estelle Frankel
- Publisher
- McFarland
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 254
- ISBN13
- 9781476672229
- Category
- Sci-fi and Fantasy
- Description
- Exploring the representation of women in Doctor Who, this book analyzes various female archetypes across the series' history, including companions, villains, and supporting characters. It highlights their diverse roles, from resourceful heroes to traditional damsels in distress, while also addressing the complexity of characters like the Rani and Missy. Covering the entire franchise—including spin-offs and adaptations—it provides a comprehensive look at how these characters have shaped the narrative and the impact of their portrayals in science fiction television.