This is the first book to combine an authoritative history of the Star Trek franchise—including all six television series and eleven feature films—with anecdotes about the show from those who helped shape it from the outside in: the fans. Star Trek expert Robert Greenberger covers everything from show creator Gene Roddenberry’s initial plans for a series combining science-fiction and Western elements, the premiere of the original series in 1966, its cancellation, the franchise’s return in an animated series, and its subsequent history on television and film, up to expectations for the 2013 J.J. Abrams film. Along the way, Greenberger analyzes Star Trek’s unique cultural impact and tremendous cult following, including the famous (and first ever) save-the-show mail campaign. But this isn't a sugarcoated history; this book chronicles the missteps as well as the achievements of Roddenberry and others behind the franchise. Approximately two dozen sidebars provide personal experiences of dedicated Trekkies who influenced or became a part of the franchise. Star Trek fandom is unparalleled in the effects it has had on the franchise itself. The book is illustrated with a large collection of photographs of memorabilia, many of which have never been seen before in print.

Hero-in-training and junior high school student Tim Drake has to pass one final test before he can become Batman's full time partner.

His incredible powers are legendary, his famous red-and-blue costume is unmistakable, and the S-shield emblazoned across his chest is iconic. Born Kal-El on the doomed planet Krypton, rocketed to Earth, and raised by the kindly Kents, he was destined to battle evil as Superman, the Man of Steel. Here's your guide to absolutely everything about the high-flying hero who's been thrilling comics fans for more than seventy years: an amazing A-to-Z compendium that spans the spectrum of all things Superman.

"While researching the Arctic for a school project, Robin discovers that something is heating the glaciers--and it's not just global warming. With Batman's help, Robin discovers that the evil Rā's al Ghūl is behind the environmental disruption. The Dynamic Duo head to the Arctic to stop his evil plan and prevent an ecological disaster"-Unedited summary from book.

When Steve Rogers accompanies a congressional delegation to Eastern Europe, he is confronted by memories from the Second World War, and when the peaceful tour of the region is upended by a series of seemingly random attacks by super-powered opponents, Captain America is forced back on the offensive. Accompanied by Black Widow, Cap undertakes an investigation that uncovers a nefarious plan that could have devastating consequences for the world. Captain America: The Never-Ending Battle takes the Star-Spangled Avenger on a whirlwind tour that forces him to come to terms with his past as he struggles to establish peace for the future. Written by writer and veteran comics editor Robert Greenberger, this novel puts Cap to the test in surprising and unexpected ways that bring his life full circle.

Iron Man is out to stop a terrorist threat, but the man behind the mask falls prey to a deadly pair of sirens in this action-packed adventure novel. Tony Stark may have given up his military weapons contracts, but the deadly creations that made him one of the richest men in the world are still out there. So when the agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. come to him for help in their battle against the forces of Hydra, he cannot turn away. The terrorist group is planning a massive attack on New York City—using cutting edge weaponry made by Stark Industries. Joining forces with S.H.I.E.L.D., Stark dons his greatest invention: the high-tech suit of armor that makes him the ultimate human weapon. Iron Man is impervious to virtually any attack. But when two lethal temptresses put Stark under their spell, a fatal flaw in his armor is revealed . . . one that could spell disaster for New York—and the world.

The ultimate guide to the man behind the mask . . . and the mythology behind the man. “Criminals are a superstitious, cowardly lot. So my disguise must be able to strike terror into their hearts. I must be a creature of the night, black, terrible. . . . I shall become a bat!” So declared millionaire industrialist Bruce Wayne, orphaned as a boy by a murderous thug and driven as a man to battle the scourge of crime by becoming Batman. Batman swooped into popular culture in 1939–and for nearly seventy years has thrilled audiences in countless comics, live-action and animated television programs, and seven feature films. Prowling the darkened rooftops of Gotham City, roaring through the teeming streets in the sleek, high-powered Batmobile, and leaping into action when the iconic Bat-Signal pierces the night sky, the Caped Crusader is a larger-than-life legend. And now, for the first time in more than thirty years, everything there is to know about Batman–from the beginning to the present, and from A to Z–is collected in one comprehensive new sourcebook. More than 500 pages of entries and illustrations include: • fascinating details and the complete background on Batman’s origins • biographies of every major character in the Batman universe–including his closest allies, from Robin the Boy Wonder and faithful butler Alfred Pennyworth to Commissioner Gordon; and his countless enemies, from the Joker, Penguin, Catwoman, and the Riddler to Scarecrow, Two-Face, Ra’s al Ghul and Poison Ivy • classic black-and-white comic book artwork throughout • two sixteen-page full-color artwork inserts Even an all-access pass to the Batcave couldn’t rival former DC Comics editor and Batman scholar extraordinaire Robert Greenberger’s exhaustive ultimate archive. The Essential Batman Encyclopedia is a must for every Batman fan’s bookshelf. BATMAN, the DC Logo, and all related names, characters and elements are trademarks of DC Comics © 2008. All rights reserved.

Describes the creation and making of the Japanese movie "Godzilla" and the subsequent movies and cartoons that followed.

More than 200,000 years ago, the ancient Iconians created a network of interdimensional Gateways providing instantaneous transportation across unimaginable distances. Once known as the "Demons of Air and Darkness," the Iconians mysteriously vanished many millennia ago, never to return -- or so it was believed. Summoned to an emergency brieÞng at Starþeet Headquarters, Captain Jean-Luc Picard is stunned to discover that the legendary Iconians have returned at last, and are offering to sell the secrets of their advanced technology to the Federation. To prove their sincerity, they have reactivated their long-abandoned Gateways, but the results have been strife and chaos throughout the entire Alpha Quadrant. Now Picard and his crew must contend with feuding Klingons and Romulans as the captain seeks to discover the sinister truth behind the Iconians' unexpected rebirth!

On a mission to an unexplored planet near the Klingon/Romulan border, the U.S.S. Enterprise™ travels to the planet Eloh to negotiate Federation memebership. But upon arrival, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and his diplomatic team find themselves face to face with Commander Sela, an old Romulan enemy -- who's there to convince the Elohsians to join the Romulan Empire. When a series of fatal indidents casts suspicion on both delegations, Data must form an uneasy alliance with Sela to prove the innocence of the Starship Enterprise™ crew -- or lose a sprategic stronghold to the Federation's greatest enemy.