Cosmodolphins

This insightful book, Cosmodolphins, examines gender and environmental themes through the analysis of spaceships, horoscopes, and dolphins, revealing cultural insights and tensions.

In Cosmodolphins, the authors delve into the intersection of gender, environment, and technology, offering a unique analysis of how these themes manifest in contemporary culture. The book explores the complex relationships between humans and nature through the lens of three significant 20th-century icons: spaceships, horoscopes, and dolphins. By examining these symbols, the authors reveal the ambivalent categorizations of the 'human self' versus the 'wild other', providing insights into how these distinctions have evolved over time.

In their research, the authors utilize interviews with a diverse range of individuals, including astrologers, wilderness guides, dolphin trainers, and experts from space agencies in both the US and Russia. These conversations illuminate the cultural differences between these two nations, particularly concerning gender perspectives and the boundaries between self and other. The book also analyzes the representation of the space race in film and science fiction, alongside New Age texts that discuss dolphins and astrology, thereby enriching the discussion around these cultural icons.

Ultimately, Cosmodolphins challenges traditional ecofeminist narratives by integrating them with studies on technoculture and cyborgs. The authors argue that the icons of the dolphin, the cosmos, and astrology not only reflect but also reshape colonial notions of self and other, offering a fresh perspective on feminist cultural studies. This work stands as a thought-provoking examination of how modern society seeks spiritual and technological fulfillment in an increasingly complex world.