Warped Factors

A Neurotic's Guide to the Universe

By: Walter Koenig

Narrated by: Walter Koenig

This is Koenig's story from growing up as the neurotic child of Russian immigrants in 1940s Manhattan through his rise to Star Trek fame as Pavel Chekov, Russian navigator of the U.S.S. Enterprise, and beyond.

Koenig's very human narrative is full of the kind of insecurities and quirks to which anyone can relate. With wry wit, striking candor, and a true gift for storytelling, Koening takes us on a sometimes bumpy but often hilarious trip through his galaxy. Blind faith and a healthy sense of irony seem to sustain him as he relates a steady stream of anecdotes.

Of course, this amusing memoir also takes us behind the scenes of Star Trek, with fresh perspectives not only on the cast members themselves but also on the development and evolution of the sci-fi legend. Having also enjoyed both critical and popular success on Babylon 5, Koenig has repeatedly confirmed his enduring position in science fiction's acting pantheon.

©1998 Walter Koenig (P)2009 Phoenix

YAY!

Thank you, Mr. Koenig, for your work. I love Babylon Five, but first and foremost I have been and always shall be an Original Series Trekker.

Eye Opening

A superb autobiography showing the true depth of the man’s character and personality as it develops throughout his journey in life.

A good read that shines a light on Mr. Koenig.

What did you like best about Warped Factors? What did you like least?

Mr. Koenig does a good job presenting his story. It had some twist and turns that gave me an insight on his true self. I was a little disappointed in the story itself. As a long time fan in was a bit surreal to hear that it was just another job. I understand that, but it didn't make any more fun to read.

This should’ve had updates entered

This autobiography is old. More than 25 years. It’s ok, but it’s nothing recent. It’s good, but could’ve been so much better.

Thank you Walter

Loved the book and loved that it gave a very candid picture of the television industry during the time of Star Trek and later Babylon 5.

Thank you, Walter!

An emotional look at an underrated actor, writer and human being; beautifully performed by the author and subject.

very well written and read

a wonderfully written and narrates book with a creative style of chronicling one of my favorite television shows. I enjoyed it very much.

Enjoyed it immensely

There were parts that were touching and parts that I laughed so hard I almost cried.

Worst star trek memoir book ever.

I have read and reread many of the memoir of the trek cast. This one was one of the last one to read. Really disappointing written like a 5th grade who just discovers a thesaurus. Tried way too hard to sound sophisticated, but really came off sounding like he was trying to write a book because everybody else did .