STAR WARS ENCYCLOPEDIA: THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE STAR WARS GALAXY
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Star Wars Encyclopedia: The Comprehensive Guide to the Star Wars Galaxy Hardcover – November 19, 2024 by Dan Brooks (Author), Megan Crouse (Author), Amy Richau (Author), Amy Ratcliffe (Author), Brandon Wainerdi (Author), Dan Zehr (Author), Kelly Knox (Author) Containing more than 2,200 entries from the most current Star Wars film and TV series, discover the vital facts about iconic characters, creatures, locations, vehicles, and technology from a galaxy far, far away….
- This in-depth title reveals comprehensive histories of 1,200 characters, from icons like Lando Calrissian and Leia Organa to lesser-known individuals like Max Rebo and Therm Scissorpunch.
- From terrifying rancors to adorable porgs, learn about more than 100 fascinating creatures.
- Chart your way through the galaxy with more than 275 entries on locations, including Darth Vader’s castle on Mustafar and the mystical world between worlds.
- Pick your method of transport from more than 275 vehicles, from the legendary Millennium Falcon to the stylish Naboo N-1 starfighter.
- Get up to speed with the latest technology, including the Mandalorian’s beskar armor, Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber, and more than 275 other pieces of equipment.
Produced in close collaboration with Lucasfilm, this official title is the most comprehensive reference book of the Star Wars galaxy on the market. Meticulously researched, expertly written, and stunningly illustrated, the Star Wars Encyclopedia is an indispensable guide to that devoted fans and newcomers alike will return to time and again.
First published as Ultimate Star Wars (2015) and Ultimate Star Wars New Edition (2019).
© & TM 2024 LUCASFILM LTD.
About the Authors
Dan Brooks is a pop-culture writer whose work has appeared on StarWars.com, Marvel.com, and in Star Wars: Insider. In his role as senior editor of StarWars.com and Lucasfilm.com, he has interviewed legends including George Lucas, Doug Chiang, and Mark Hamill, and was a producer of the award-winning Lucasfilm digital series, Our Star Wars Stories. He lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and two sons.
Megan Crouse is the co-author of Star Wars: The High Republic Character Encyclopedia. Her work has appeared in StarWars.com, Star Wars Insider, and Den of Geek, among others.
Kelly Knox is a Seattle-area writer and a contributor to the websites for pop culture powerhouses like Star Wars, DC Comics, and Crunchyroll. She's the author of Star Wars: Be More Obi-Wan, Marvel Studios Character Encyclopedia Updated Edition, Star Wars: Dad Jokes, and more.
Amy Ratcliffe is the author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy, The Jedi Mind, A Kid’s Guide to Fandom, The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Star Wars: Elee & Me, Star Wars: Battles That Changed the Galaxy, The Art of God of War Ragnarök, The Art of Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, and Marvel Studios The Marvel Cinematic Universe An Official Timeline. She contributed a story to From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back. She’s also the editor-in-chief for Nerdist, and an entertainment reporter published at StarWars.com, IGN, and more.
Amy Richau writes about pop culture and film history. She's the author of several entertainment reference books including Star Wars Timelines, Star Wars: The High Republic Character Encyclopedia, and the LEGO Marvel Visual Dictionary. Amy lives outside Boulder, Colorado, with her husband, two children, and several pets.
Brandon Wainerdi is a writer and interviewer, whose work can be found in Star Wars Insider, StarWars.com, and the iconic horror magazine, FANGORIA. He is the host of Talking Bay 94, an award-winning podcast that interviews the cast and crew of the saga. He lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, as well as his dog, Indiana.
Dan Zehr is a podcaster, writer, and lifelong Star Wars fan. He is the creator and host of Coffee With Kenobi, a popular Star Wars podcast. Zehr is also a longtime contributor to the official Star Wars site and is the co-author of several books, including The Star Wars Book, Star Wars Character Encyclopedia Updated and Expanded Edition, Star Wars: I Am Your Father, and the Star Wars Encyclopedia. When not examining the galaxy far, far away, he works as a high school English teacher with an emphasis on Mythology and Composition and has an MS in Teaching and Learning.
Product details
Publisher : DK (November 19, 2024)
Language : English
Hardcover : 448 pages
ISBN-10 : 074409884X
ISBN-13 : 978-0744098846
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 10.19 x 1.35 x 12.13 inches
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