Star Trek: The Illustrated Oral History: The Original Cast

by Titan Magazines

ISBN: 9781787738645

Published: 2024-07-30

The story of Star Trek as told by the people who know it best: William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley and the cast and crew! This lavishly illustrated oral history of the Star Trek phenomenon covers the exploits of the original crew across three seasons of live action television, two seasons of animated adventures, and the six movies. Featuring interview material with all seven regular cast members -- William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, James Doohan, George Takei, Walter Koenig, and Nichelle Nichols – this volume also includes contributions from guest stars, writers, and directors. Highlights include: Gene Roddenberry talking about Star Trek’s difficult start and why Star Trek had to “entertain or go off the air.” Story editor D. C. Fontana on shaping some of the best-loved episodes and her part in establishing the enduring character of Mr. Spock. Why William Shatner wanted Star Trek to “have more humor and be more fun.” Leonard Nimoy discussing how Spock...