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Star Wars: The New Essential Guide to Alien Species

by Ann Margaret Lewis

Book Details

Publisher:Random House Worlds
Published:2013-04-30
Pages:242
Format:BOOK
Language:en

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About This Book

Discover who’s who and what’s what in the Star Wars universe with this beautifully illustrated guide–now in full color for the first time. When it comes to extraterrestrial life-forms, there’s more to science fiction’s most famous galaxy than just Jawas, Wookiees, Ewoks, and Hutts. From the skylanes of Coruscant to the worlds of the Outer Rim, an untold number of species populate those planets far, far away. And if you confuse Gungans with Gamorreans, or don’t know a bantha from a tauntaun, you

Our Review

This comprehensive guide offers an essential deep dive into the vast and varied extraterrestrial life that populates the Star Wars galaxy, moving far beyond the familiar Wookiees and Hutts. The book is beautifully illustrated and presented in full color for the first time, bringing hundreds of alien species from the films, TV series, and expanded universe to vivid life. It serves as an indispensable who's who for any fan looking to navigate the social and ecological landscapes from Coruscant to the Outer Rim, ensuring you'll never again confuse a Gungan with a Gamorrean.

What truly distinguishes this guide is its meticulous organization and rich detail, transforming it from a simple visual reference into a compelling narrative of galactic biology and culture. From the biology of a bantha to the habits of a tauntaun, the entries provide the context and trivia that enrich a viewer's understanding of the saga. This is the ultimate resource for dedicated fans seeking to deepen their lore knowledge, aspiring writers building new stories, or anyone who has ever wanted to fully understand the complex tapestry of creatures in a galaxy far, far away.

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Fiction

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Fiction