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Author
Publisher
Triumph Books
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
On May 25, 1977, the world of science fiction, film, and pop culture was changed forever with the release of Star Wars. The beginning of this epic space opera franchise would inspire an expanded universe of creativity, including books, comic books, theme parks, and much more. With extensive back stories, lore, and author Dan Casey{u2019}s encyclopedic knowledge on the subject, this lively, detailed book explores the characters, storylines, and facts...
Publisher
Insight Editions
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"After the Clone Wars, the Galactic Empire spared no expense to build a massive fleet of warships to enforce Imperial rule, intimidate defenseless worlds, and destroy all opposition. However, the Imperial Navy underestimated Rebel Alliance fighter pilots, who flew X-wing, Y-wing, A-wing, U-wing and B-wing starfighters, and whatever else they could obtain to fight their Imperial enemies. Decades later, Resistance pilots would fly next-generation versions...
Author
Publisher
Insight Editions
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Discover a galaxy of flavor with Star Wars: The Padawan Cookbook, the ultimate guide to cooking for kids! This fun cookbook is packed with a variety of Star Wars-inspired dishes that budding Jedi will love. Featuring full-color photography, this accessible cookbook is the perfect way to instill young Star Wars fans with a passion for cooking"--
Series
Publisher
Phoenix International Publications
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Look and Find is everyone's favorite! Search busy scenes for colorful characters, and have hours of quiet fun. In each of the eight full-spread scenes based on the Star Wars film, The Force Awakens, children look for six to eight "find'ems. " The last spread of the book contains bonus find'ems for each scene. Look and Find helps children develop searching and matching skills, while keeping them engaged as they explore this exciting Star Wars episode....
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"The Star Wars galaxy is a dangerous place. BE PREPARED! Would you survive the spice mines of Kessel? Could you escape from a giant space slug? From tackling extreme weather and finding shelter, to avoiding social pitfalls, learn what to do to stay alive in a galaxy far, far away."--Page [4] of cover.
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Star Wars meets Weird But True! in this jam-packed official collection of amazing facts from a galaxy far, far away. Inside this book, you’ll uncover the surprising secrets and mind-blowing facts behind one of the most beloved franchises ever. Chew-bacca on these funny facts: The slimy sound of Jabba the Hutt’s movements was made mainly with recordings of hands being run through a bowl of mac and cheese! The Corellian hounds in Solo: A Star...
Publisher
becker&mayer! kids, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Take a closer look at the most powerful weapons in the galaxy! Discover how lightsabers are constructed from inside out. Get stats and stories on more than 25 of the most notable lightsabers and then relive 12 of the most famous lightsaber duels. Key pages fold out to reveal even more details! Includes a double-sided poster of the featured lightsabers!
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"For many years, the state of the galaxy between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope was a mystery to Star Wars fans. With the release of Star Wars: Rebels and Rogue One, and more recently, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Andor, an exciting new era has begun to emerge-the Dawn of Rebellion. Before Luke Skywalker ever picked up a lightsaber, the rebels were scattered and desperate bands of idealists, fighting their own battles against the might of the Empire. Victories...
Author
Publisher
Adams Media
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the mystical power of the Force using quantum mechanics, find out how much energy it would take for the Death Star or Starkiller Base to destroy a planet, and discover how we can potentially create our very own lightsabers. Explore the physics behind the world of Star Wars, with engaging topics and accessible information that shows how we're closer than ever before to creating technology from the galaxy far, far away--perfect for every Star...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Become an expert on the Star Wars galaxy! This book is an in-depth visual feast exploring the characters and storylines from the Star Wars galaxy. This is a beautifully illustrated guide that is structured chronologically and packed full of information about key characters and storylines from the Star Wars movie saga, The Clone Wars, and Rebels. Ultimate Star Wars will get new and old fans caught up and knowledgeable on all things Star Wars.
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