Lucas, George 1944-Overview
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Star wars. Episode I : the phantom menace
by Terry Brooks
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21 editions published between 1999 and 2002 in 3 languages and held by 2,261 libraries worldwide Return to the beginning of the Star Wars saga where a tale of good and evil, myth and magic, innocence and power unfolds.
Star wars. Episode III, Revenge of the Sith
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4 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 2,015 libraries worldwide Torn between loyalty to his mentor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and the seductive powers of the Sith, Anakin Skywalker ultimately turns his back on the Jedi. This begins his complete journey to the dark side and his transformation into Darth Vader.
Star Wars episode II. Attack of the clones
by R. A Salvatore
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14 editions published between 2002 and 2003 in 4 languages and held by 1,981 libraries worldwide The book introduces Anakin's mother, her husband, and her stepson, Owen, who will raise the future Luke Skywalker, and describes her capture and the failed attempt to rescue her. If that doesn't appeal, there is always the chapter describing Amidala's family on Naboo, whom viewer never even meet in the film. Perhaps more enticing, the book treats readers to the actual scene of Anakin's vengeful destruction of the Tusken Raider encampment, an action so pivotal to his future course in the Dark Side.
Indiana Jones and the kingdom of the crystal skull
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5 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 1,976 libraries worldwide Indy tries to outrace a brilliant and beautiful agent for the mystical, all-powerful Crystal Skull of Akator. Teaming up with a rebellious young biker and his spirited love Marion, Indy takes you on a breathtaking, action-packed adventure.
Star wars. Episode II, Attack of the clones
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9 editions published in 2002 in English and Spanish and held by 1,915 libraries worldwide Ten years after the events of Phantom menace, Senator Padme Amidala survives an assassination attempt. The Jedi Council send Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to protect her. After tracking the assassin, Obi-Wan is sent to Kamino to continue investigating while Anakin is sent with Amidala to Naboo, where they begin to fall in love. Obi-Wan's investigation leads to a connection between the assassination attempt and a separatist movement, which could bring the Republic to the brink of civil war.
Star wars : from the adventures of Luke Skywalker : a novel
by George Lucas
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106 editions published between 1973 and 2009 in 12 languages and held by 1,914 libraries worldwide Star Wars: From the Adventures of Luke Skywalker is the title of the novel credited to George Lucas but actually ghostwritten by Alan Dean Foster and first published on November 12, 1976 by Del Rey. The book, is based upon Lucas' original screenplay for the first Star Wars film, has been published under several titles, first as Star Wars: From the Adventures of Luke Skywalker, later as simply Star Wars, and most recently as Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. This book was published about six months before the original Star Wars movie was released.
Star wars. Episode I, The phantom menace
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9 editions published between 2000 and 2001 in English and Spanish and held by 1,884 libraries worldwide As imminent conflict brews between the powerful Trade Federation and the peaceful planet of Naboo, Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi travel to Naboo to warn the Queen of the galactic fallout which is to follow. Eventually, Naboo is invaded forcing the Jedis to evacuate the planet with the Queen and her court. They travel to the desert planet of Tatooine where they meet a slave boy called Anakin Skywalker who is evidently one with the Force. They enlist his help in fighting the war, while the Jedis confront one of the Dark Jedis behind the invasion, Darth Maul, while his master Darth Sidious continues to lead the invasion as a "phantom" behind the scenes.
Star wars, episode III. Revenge of the Sith
by Matthew Woodring Stover
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8 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 1,851 libraries worldwide Follows Anakin Skywalker as he struggles with his duty as a Jedi Knight and his role as the secret husband of Senator Padmé Amidala, and chronicles the creation of Darth Vader and the birth of Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia Organa.
Star wars. Episode IV, A new hope
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17 editions published between 1976 and 2006 in 3 languages and held by 1,787 libraries worldwide A rebel ship is being boarded by the tyrannical Darth Vader. Luke Skywalker, with his new allies, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Ben Kenobi, C-3PO, R2-D2, attempt to rescue rebel leader, Princess Leia, from the clutches of the Empire. The conclusion is culminated as the Rebels, including Skywalker and flying ace Wedge Antilles make an attack on the Empires most powerful and ominous weapon, the Death Star.
Raiders of the lost ark
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29 editions published between 1981 and 2008 in English and German and held by 1,773 libraries worldwide Indiana Jones, an archeologist, embarks on a thrilling quest to locate the mystical Ark of the Covenant. Accompanied by his fiesty ex-flame Marion Ravenwood, Indy must discover the Ark before the Nazis do, and he has to survive poison, traps, snakes and treachery to do so.
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
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31 editions published between 1984 and 2009 in 3 languages and held by 1,751 libraries worldwide After barely escaping a Shanghai nightclub brawl, Indiana Jones crash-lands into the wilds of India where he uncovers a scheme that has enslaved a remote village's children. Indy must save the children and avoid becoming a slave himself to the evil Thuggee cult.
Star wars. Episode V, Empire strikes back
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20 editions published between 1991 and 2010 in 5 languages and held by 1,608 libraries worldwide The battle to save the galaxy from the evil Empire rages on. Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia and Chewbacca face attack by the Imperial forces and its AT-AT walkers on the ice planet Hoth. While Han and Leia escape in the Millennium Falcon, Luke travels to Dagobah in search of Yoda. Only with the Jedi Master's help will Luke survive when the dark side of the Force beckons him into an ultimate duel with Darth Vader.
Star Wars. Episode VI, Return of the Jedi
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17 editions published between 1986 and 2010 in 3 languages and held by 1,598 libraries worldwide Luke Skywalker rescues his friends, Han Solo and Princess Leia, from Jabba the Hutt, and wages his own battle against Darth Vader.
American graffiti
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4 editions published between 1998 and 2011 in English and held by 1,498 libraries worldwide Four teenagers come of age in 1962 on the last summer night before they go off to college, jobs, or the army.
The Empire strikes back
by Donald F Glut
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19 editions published between 1980 and 2003 in 6 languages and held by 1,394 libraries worldwide The further adventures of Luke Skywalker and his friends in their continuing battle against Darth Vader and the evil side of the Force.
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
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5 editions published between 1989 and 2008 in English and held by 1,381 libraries worldwide Indy's Nazi enemies are back and have kidnapped his father, Professor Henry Jones, Sr. to get help in their search for the Holy Grail. Following a trail from America to Venice to the deserts of the Middle East, it's up to Indy to save his father, save the Grail and save the day.
Willow
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22 editions published between 1988 and 2008 in 6 languages and held by 1,317 libraries worldwide Willow Ufgood leaves his village to carry a special baby to safety. Aided by a swashbuckling warrior, Willow's quest is plagued by danger as the Powers of Darkness scheme to destroy the child--a child destined to bring everlasting peace and freedom to the land.
American graffiti
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56 editions published between 1973 and 2011 in 7 languages and held by 1,290 libraries worldwide Four teenagers come of age on their last summer night before college in 1962.
Return of the Jedi
by James Kahn
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17 editions published between 1983 and 2003 in 4 languages and held by 1,211 libraries worldwide Luke Skywalker and his friends in the Rebel Alliance formulate a daring plan to battle with the Empire and its evil leaders, Darth Vader and the Emperor.
Star wars
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79 editions published between 1975 and 2009 in 5 languages and held by 1,164 libraries worldwide Princess Leia is captured and held hostage by the evil Imperial forces in their effort to take over the galactic Empire. Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and two robots (R2-D2 and C-3PO) work together to rescue the princess and restore justice in the Empire. more
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