A Guide to the Star Wars Universe, Third Edition, Revised and Expanded
A Guide to the Star Wars Universe, Third Edition, Revised and Expanded is a reference book within the broader Star Wars Legends continuity. This book is preceded by A Guide to the Star Wars Universe (1984) and A Guide to the Star Wars Universe, Second Edition, Revised and Expanded (1994). Bill Slavicsek authored the book, which was released by Del Rey Books on October 3, 2000.
Publisher's summary
What circumstances led to Exar Kun's near destruction of Luke Skywalker's Jedi academy? Can you recall the initial meeting between Han Solo and both Chewbacca and Lando Calrissian? Where was Mara Jade situated at the time of the Emperor's demise? What secrets are held by the formidable super weapons known as the Death Stars, Sun Crusher, and World Devastators? What exactly are the Qom Qae? How much influence does the criminal syndicate Black Sun wield?
Are you in search of details regarding the characters, starships, weaponry, droids, alien species, and pivotal battles within this epic saga? From airspeeders to N-1 starfighters, from the cityscape of Coruscant to the desert planet Tatooine, and from Nom Anor to Leia Organa, you'll discover comprehensive coverage of the Star Wars universe here:
- The original cinematic Star Wars trilogy
- The expanded universe novels – from the original Star Wars novelization to Vector Prime
- The animated series Droids and Ewoks
- Dramatizations presented on National Public Radio
- Novels geared toward Young Adults
- The various Star Wars comic-book series
- A variety of Role-playing books
- Video games, as well as CD-ROM based content
…and further sourcebooks, storybooks, sketchbooks, portfolios, and more!
This edition includes new content pertaining to Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace and the then-current Star Wars series: The New Jedi Order . . . and the entire thrilling saga!_
Media
Editions
- ISBN 0345420667 ; Released on October 3 , 2000 ; Published by Del Rey Books ; US paperback version [1]