Star Wars: The National Public Radio Dramatization presents the complete and unaltered script from the radio adaptation of Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. Furthermore, it features an introductory piece by Brian Daley, detailing the creation of the radio drama.
Millions are familiar with and cherish the narrative of Star Wars, but have you ever considered—
- How did Princess Leia and the Rebel Alliance acquire the blueprints for the Death Star?
- Precisely what made Beggar's Canyon such a perilous location?
- What motivated Princess Leia, hailing from the peaceful world of Alderaan, to become a member of the Rebellion?
- How did R2-D2 and C-3PO manage to avoid detection by Imperial stormtroopers while Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi were inside Chalmun's cantina in Mos Eisley?
- What prevented Han Solo, driven by credits, from betraying Luke and Ben?
- How did Leia endure the horrific torture inflicted by Darth Vader?
- What were the covert objectives of Grand Moff Tarkin concerning the Death Star?
Within the original radio play's script, you will discover answers to these inquiries and many others—as you encounter fresh scenes and information, and relive the thrill of the initial Star Wars adventure.
However, there is yet another adventure to be found: the story behind the dramatization itself. Brian Daley, the script's author, provides a behind-the-scenes introduction, transporting you to the recording studio alongside Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, and other cast members—where weeks of collaborative creativity and intense real-time revisions resulted in the Star Wars dramatization that captivated countless listeners. This original script, featuring dialogue that was never broadcast, represents a previously unknown chapter in the history of a saga that began long ago, in a galaxy far, far away…
- ISBN 9780345391094 ; September 20 , 1994 ; Del Rey ; US paperback [1]