Document Type
Panel Presentation
Start Date
20-4-2017 1:30 PM
End Date
20-4-2017 2:45 PM
Keywords
Posthumanism, Dr. Who, Connections
Biography
My name is Tiara Craigo and this is my third year here at Marshall University. I am from Winfield, WV. I have hopes of becoming a secondary English or a middle school science teacher here in West Virginia. My hobbies include reading, drawing, and gaming. I have a passion for all things from the fantasy and science fiction genres. A few of my favorite authors include J.K. Rowling, George R.R. Martin, Stephen King, and Diana Gabaldon.
Major
Secondary English Education
Advisor for this project
Dr. Kristen Lillvis
Abstract
Judith Halberstam and Ira Livingston’s book Posthuman Bodies brings to light the concept of posthuman “umbilical cords.” They define these “umbilical cord” connections as multiple and as a direct line to life. By reading the BBC series Doctor Who through the posthumanism lens, it can determined that the Doctor is creating lasting posthuman connections through the temporary links that he makes between himself and his companions. Through analysis of the companions Amy Pond, Captain Jack Harkness, and Donna Noble, the importance of their relationship to the Doctor becomes evident through comparison of their lives before and after their adventures with him. They are no longer and never will be the same person that they were before they flew off in the TARDIS with the Doctor.
Forever Changed by the Doctor
Judith Halberstam and Ira Livingston’s book Posthuman Bodies brings to light the concept of posthuman “umbilical cords.” They define these “umbilical cord” connections as multiple and as a direct line to life. By reading the BBC series Doctor Who through the posthumanism lens, it can determined that the Doctor is creating lasting posthuman connections through the temporary links that he makes between himself and his companions. Through analysis of the companions Amy Pond, Captain Jack Harkness, and Donna Noble, the importance of their relationship to the Doctor becomes evident through comparison of their lives before and after their adventures with him. They are no longer and never will be the same person that they were before they flew off in the TARDIS with the Doctor.
