This section has required some updating, and is identical to the last section of the Brief FAQ. So instead of me having to update two documents, please do me the kindness of going to the Brief FAQ for the most updated comments.

You can find a good external discussion of the normative aspects of Firefly here(approve sites) and a fascinating look at some of Joss Whedon 's philosophy (though not Tim Minear 's) - with extensive linking - here(approve sites).

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