Star Trek Captains - The Autobiographies

Star Trek Captains - The Autobiographies presents the life stories of iconic Star Trek characters, told for the first time in their own words. Designed for readers who want an in-world perspective, it is positioned as a fitting choice for fans of the upcoming Star Trek: Strange New Words.

Across these autobiographical accounts, three Starfleet captains recount their careers and defining experiences. James T. Kirk chronicles his life from 2233 to 2293, from his youth on Tarsus IV and his time at Starfleet Academy to his rise through the ranks and his career commanding the Enterprise. Jean-Luc Picard reflects on a life marked by court martials, unrequited love, capture and torture by the Cardassians, assimilation with the Borg, and other encounters as captain of the celebrated starship Enterprise. Kathryn Janeway describes her path from first command to an epic journey through the Delta Quadrant, culminating in her rise to vice-admiral in Starfleet Command.

Key details

• In-world autobiographies told in the characters’ own words
• Includes accounts from James T. Kirk, Jean-Luc Picard and Kathryn Janeway
• Kirk’s memoir covers the years 2233–2293
• Features Starfleet settings including the Starfleet Academy and Starfleet Command

Synopsis

This collection brings together first-person life stories from three Starfleet captains. Kirk traces his journey from Tarsus IV and the Academy to command of the Enterprise. Picard recounts major events across his career, including court martials, Cardassian captivity and assimilation with the Borg. Janeway follows her progression through Starfleet, her Delta Quadrant journey and her eventual rise to vice-admiral.