The Gospel from Outer Space, by Robert Short
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The Gospel from Outer Space, by Robert Short. 1983 first edition softcover. 96 pages, very nice condition.
The religious implications of E.T., Star Wars, Superman, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and 2001: A Space Odyssey. This book explains the underlying appeal of the science fiction and fantasy films that have become the most popular movies of all time. With characteristic light touch, probing insight, cartoons, and photographs from key films, the author shows the universal message they express. An exploration of these cinematic parables, their appeal, and how they embody religious symbols in a new and vital way.