The Galactic Phrase Book & Travel Guide, a Star Wars Legends reference, was authored by the sound designer Ben Burtt and features illustrations by Sergio Aragonés. The initial segment of the book functions as an in-universe book penned by Ebenn Q3 Baobab set in 6 ABY, while the concluding portion details the sound effects created by Burtt in our reality. Del Rey released the book on August 7, 2001.
The Galactic Phrase Book & Travel Guide serves as an indispensable resource for travelers traversing the galaxy, whether they're engaging in negotiations with Hutts or seeking a satisfactory haircut on Coruscant. This convenient volume, richly illustrated by Sergio Aragonés, encompasses essential phrases, such as:
- Greetings—H'chu apenkee, o'grandio lust: which translates to "Greetings, glorious host" in the Huttese language. Kindness is beneficial, and its absence could be detrimental.
- Travel arrangements—Zat x'ratch keezo bompaz ha sheep: meaning, in Bocce, "That scratch was there when I rented the ship."
- Bargaining for your life—Huwaa muaa mumwa: which means "Can I buy you a drink?" in the Wookiee language. Give it a shot; it might just be effective.
A MUST HAVE FOR ANYONE VENTURING OUT WITHOUT THEIR PROTOCOL DROID!
Bonus!—Gain exclusive "Behind the Sounds" insights into the Star Wars films, courtesy of Academy Award winner Ben Burtt.
- Part One: The Phrase Book Introduction About the Author Greetings and Salutations Space Travel Survival in Huttese How to Deal with Ewoks Communications with Wookiees The Basics When It Comes Down to Droids Jawas Can Be Your Friends Sand People or Worse Underwater with Gungans Exposing Yourself to the Neimoidians Getting a Haircut
- Part Two: Behind the Sounds
- Appendix: Selected Alien Language Scenes From Star Wars
- ISBN 9780553392883 ; [2] August 7 , 2001 ; Del Rey ; US paperback [1]
- ISBN 9780345440747 ; August 7, 2001; Del Rey; US paperback [1]