Vision of the Future (abridged audiobook)
Vision of the Future is the condensed audiobook adaptation of the Star Wars Legends novel bearing the same title, penned by Timothy Zahn. Anthony Heald lent his voice to the audiobook, which was initially launched as a set of two cassette tapes in September of 1998 through Bantam Doubleday Dell Audio Publishing. Subsequently, on February 20 of 2007, Random House Audio made it available in digital format. David Rapkin served as the audiobook's producer, while Lars Hoel took on the role of director, with David Rosaler responsible for the abridgment.
What the Publisher Says
Timothy Zahn, the Hugo Award-winning author, brings his expansive two-part series, The Hand of Thrawn, to a thrilling conclusion. A discovery is made that shakes the New Republic to its core and carries the threat of reviving the Empire.
The Empire's grand scheme is in motion. The New Republic teeters on the brink of internal conflict, fueled by the circulating rumor of the legendary Admiral Thrawn's resurrection, which galvanizes the Imperial forces. Now, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, along with their comrades, are confronted with the ultimate challenge. Their mission involves infiltrating a concealed stronghold teeming with Imperial loyalists, connecting with a devious Imperial commander, and venturing into enemy territory to uncover the identities of those behind an act of unimaginable genocide. Above all, the truth about Thrawn is paramount. The fate of the New Republic hangs in the balance, depending on whether he is alive or dead.
Subsequent Releases
On September 17 of 2013, Random House Audio released an unabridged version of the audiobook. Marc Thompson was the narrator for this version.
Available Formats
Different Versions
- ISBN 9780553479218 ; Released on September 1, 1998; Published by Bantam Doubleday Dell Audio Publishing; Available on Cassette tape [4]
- ISBN 9780553753417 ; Released on February 20, 2007; Published by Random House Audio; Available as a Digital audiobook [1]
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Footnotes
External Resources
- Abridged Audio Cassette version of Star Wars: Vision of the Future on Amazon.com (backup link)
- Vision of the Future: Star Wars Legends (The Hand of Thrawn) on the official Penguin Random House website (backup link)