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This is a reissue, in a smart paperback format, of George Lucas's novelisation of his own legendary film. First published in 1977, it faithfully follows the plot of the film, including the much-talked about 'missing scenes'--one early in the story on Tatooine where Luke Skywalker meets up with his friend Biggs, now graduated from the Academy and off to join the rebels, and the scene between Han Solo and Jabba the Hutt, which was reinstated in the Special Edition. Like the film, the book starts slowly, but builds to an exciting climax which transfers surprisingly well to the printed page, as the rebel forces, led by Luke, attempt to destroy the Empire's Death Star.
Readers of more recent Star Wars novels may be surprised by the generally uncomplimentary descriptions of the various alien characters. Later writers have taken their diversity much more seriously than Lucas seems to do here. However, all the familiar faces are in place, and it's fun to see people like Wedge Antilles, who has become so central in the X-Wing novels, here in their first bit parts. This is the adventure that started it all, and if you enjoy Star Wars novels, it's well worth re-reading. --Elizabeth Sourbut --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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1998 Lucasfilm Ltd. STAR WARS, THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, RETURN OF THE JEDI (TM) and THX and associated elements and logos are property of Lucasfilm Ltd. All content (e.g., clips, stills, designs, artwork, etc.) is protected by intellectual property laws and any use other than for private, non-commercial purposes is strictly prohibited.
STAR WARS 1977, 1998 Lucasfilm Ltd.; The Empire Strikes Back 1980, 1998 Lucasfilm Ltd.; Return of the Jedi 1983, 1998 Lucasfilm Ltd. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
In 1977, George Lucas unleashed on an unexpecting world a little known movie known as Star Wars. Astounding cinema goers around the world, it broke box office records and made dedicated fans for years to come.
This version of Lucas's story, reprinted and including a new Introduction from the acclaimed writer / director, tells the classic story of Luke Skywalker, a young man who's destiny is changed dramatically and is thrown into the titanic struggle between the Galactic Empire and the freedom fighters of the Rebel Alliance.
The story is told in a descriptive, flowing manner and grips the reader from the start, and gives more of an insight into the story, especially some background into the characters that were not shown in the movie. As a fan of the movie, or otherwise, I sincerely recommend this to anyone with an interest in science fiction.
The Force, you may say, is strong with this one...
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a great book of a great film and i give it top marks because it is an epic movie of good vs. evil and I recommend that anybody pick up this book, because I garuntee that you will enjoy it if you enjoyed the film.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I LOVE this book. I have always been a reader, but it usually takes me a long time. This book was easily finished in 2 days, just about a record. The detail just engulfs the reader. You can see everything. It's about 20 times better than the movie. Even if you are not a Star Wars fan, this book can easily make you one. The only downfall is that the famous "Help Me, Obi-Wan Kenobi" speech by Princess Leia has been altered. Even though, this book is an absolute must for any age. (I know, being only 16.) What else can I say? AMAZING!!!!
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Not as good as the Orginal Alan Deal Foster Novelization
As I read the orgiinal before Lucas retrofitted the the prequels into the star wars history, I caqn say that this is no where nears as good as that novelisation. Read more
Published 10 months ago by L. Fevrius
Science Fiction At Its Very Best
I first read this book ...a long time ago..in a galaxy far, far ...sorry, just kidding. The book is amazing. One of the best reads ever. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Nicodemus
Good Fast Read
Read the book during a flight.This book is best read after watching the film as it adds weight to the main characters. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2007 by Jay
incredible
this book was fantastic i would sometimes not get a wink of sleep because the book and the storyline as i say is fantsstioc and ignore the other reviewers.
Published on 28 May 2005
BEYOND THE MOVIE
This is one of the best books I've ever read. George Lucas goes here beyond any type of movie, letting you to free your mind and taking you to never-before seen places. Read more
Published on 18 April 2000
Easily the finest Sci-Fi story ever written.
This book is not just read - it is experienced. It beckons you to a whole new galaxy, a used, familar used past - a futuristic one. Read more
Published on 4 Jan 1999
Star Wars: A Dream-factory book!
If I enjoyed the movie I got crazy for the book! There are lots of scenes that the movie didn't show and all of them with great realism and precision! Read more
Published on 12 Nov 1998
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