Introduction : cosmic society -- The cosmic order, the social order and the self -- The outer spatial fix -- Capital, outer space and star wars -- Satellites and social power -- Space tourism and human identity -- Industry and empire in space -- Conclusion : cosmic imperialism and social resistance.
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Tackling humanity's relationship with the universe, this fascinating text links social theory to classical and contemporary science, and proposes a new 'cosmic' social theory. It engages with a range of topical issues, including cyberspace, terorism, tourism, surveillance and globalisation.