Gene Roddenberry's visionary sci-fi series pitch for a "Wagon Train To The Stars" eventually became the beloved "Star Trek" TV show, which turns 55 this September, and we're still boldly enjoying all its adventurous optimism over a half-century later.
To help properly honor the occasion and to remind global fans of all persuasions just how monumental an event its creation was back in 1966, Hero Collector is releasing a special retrospective hardcover titled, "Star Trek: The Original Series— A Celebration (opens in new tab)" on Sept. 21.
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Written by Ben Robinson and Ian Spelling, their deluxe 256-page coffee-table book is crammed with a nostalgic compilation of fresh interviews, archival transcripts, never-before-seen illustrations, concept art, costume designs, makeup techniques, spaceship models, and more!
As Roddenberry's brainchild continues to expand into new territory with "Star Trek: Discovery," "Star Trek: Picard," "Star Trek: Lower Decks" and next year's "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds," now is the ideal time to chill out and pause to reflect on the genius and artistry that started it all.
This second installment in Hero Collector's Celebration line follows last year's "Star Trek: Voyager — A Celebration (opens in new tab)" and includes over a dozen revealing conversations with cast and creatives, scores of rare behind-the-scenes photographs and sketches, as well as chapters presenting intriguing insights into the iconic show’s evolution, directing, visual effects, props, weapons and examinations of its most pivotal episodes.
Hero Collector's "Star Trek: The Original Series — A Celebration (opens in new tab)n (opens in new tab)" docks at bookstores and online retailers on Sept. 21.
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