Reclaiming Space: Progressive and Multicultural Visions of Space Exploration by

Description: Reclaiming Space by James S.J. Schwartz, Linda Billings, Erika Nesvold Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description Reclaiming Space is an innovative study of space travels history, legitimacy, and future. The NewSpace movement that presently dominates spaceflight culture is characterized by distinctly Western, free-market capitalist values and associated with the space ambitions of the super-wealthy. This book exists to incubate, illuminate, and illustrate a more diverse and inclusive conversation about space exploration. Reclaiming Space asks: What wouldspace exploration be like if we prioritized, or even simply acknowledged, the perspectives and value systems of individuals who are disabled, arent white, arent male, or arent characteristically Western in their values?What can these perspectives teach us all about space exploration and its value (or even its potential for harm) that cannot be easily recognized or appreciated under the NewSpace status quo? And what should we be doing differently when it comes to space exploration? The twenty-seven original essays in this volume provide much needed perspective on space exploration by offering counterpoints to mainstream thinking about space. Essays address subjects such as the history anddevelopment of spaceflight culture, both within and outside the United States; the impact of science fiction and space art on how we conceptualize space; diverse cultural narratives and responses tospace; and the ways space exploration might be leveraged in support of repairing injustices. Reclaiming Space also considers what our responsibilities might be as a spacefaring species in the distant future. Contributors include academics who research space exploration, spaceflight culture, space ethics, and space policy, as well as space artists and authors of award-winning science and speculative fiction. Written for space enthusiasts of all backgrounds, Reclaiming Space isan engaging, provocative volume of essays showcasing the perspectives of women, persons of color, and others who are typically left out of discussions of space exploration. Author Biography James S.J. Schwartz is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Wichita State University. They are a leading researcher of the philosophy and ethics of space exploration. Their most recent book is The Value of Science in Space Exploration (Oxford University Press, April 2020).Linda Billings is a consultant to NASAs astrobiology and planetary defense programs in the Planetary Science Division of the Science Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C. She is also Director of Communications for the Center for Integrative STEM Education at the National Institute of Aerospace in Hampton, Virginia.Erika Nesvold is an astrophysicist and developer for the Universe Sandbox, a gravity simulation. She is the creator and producer of a thirteen-part podcast series called Making New Worlds, which discusses ethical issues in space settlement. In 2018, she co-founded the JustSpace Alliance, a non-profit organization with a mission to create a more inclusive and ethical future in space. Details ISBN 019760479X ISBN-13 9780197604793 Title Reclaiming Space Author James S.J. Schwartz, Linda Billings, Erika Nesvold Format Hardcover Year 2023 Pages 392 Publisher Oxford University Press Inc GE_Item_ID:158574933; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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