The Essential Atlas: Star Wars

The Essential Atlas: Star Wars by Daniel Wallace, published by National Geographic Books on August 18, 2009, is a comprehensive guide that explores the expansive Star Wars universe through detailed illustrations and maps. This 256-page volume provides readers with an opportunity to navigate the galaxy, pinpointing the locations of well-known planets and star systems while charting the journeys of iconic characters. The book encompasses a wide range of information, from astronomical and geographical data to historical and political insights, covering the entire Star Wars canon, including films, television series, novels, and more.
Readers will find an extensive collection of maps and charts that detail various aspects of the Star Wars universe, including the Empire’s political regions, the trajectory of the Clone Wars, and the adventures of notable characters like Han Solo. The Essential Atlas also delves into significant events such as the Sith Wars and the Great Hyperspace War, offering a rich tapestry of information for fans of science fiction and space opera. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those looking to deepen their understanding of the intricate lore and geography of this beloved franchise.
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Navigate the Star Wars universe as you never have before with this fully illustrated, full-color guide that maps the entire galaxy.
You know the planets–from Alderaan and Corellia to Tatooine and Zonama Sekot–and the star systems, from the Deep Core to the Outer Rim. But now, for the first time, you can pinpoint their locations and chart the travels of your favorite characters through the vast reaches of space. Star Wars: The Essential Atlas is a galaxy-spanning trove of vital statistics and information ranging from the astronomical and geographical (“Systems, Sectors, Oversectors, and Regions”) to the historical and political (“The Sith Empire” and “The Great Hyperspace War”). Encompassing the entire Star Wars canon, including all the films, and the Clone Wars television series, plus the novels, comic books, video games, and more, this volume is packed with dozens of detailed maps and charts, as well as pertinent data and accompanying facts on
• the Empire: its length and breadth, political regions, populations, trade routes, major attractions, and trouble spots
• the Clone Wars: the trajectory of this decisive conflict across the universe, data on key battles and major Loyalist and Separatist worlds
• the adventures of Han Solo: the heroic rogue’s exploits throughout the galaxy–including his captaincy of the Millennium Falcon and his first, fateful meeting with Chewbacca–before his life-changing alliance with Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi
• the Sith Wars: the progression of the universal clash between the ancient Jedi Order, their dark side counterparts, and the Mandalorian warriors who fought against both orders
• and much, much more
From Hutt Space to the Unknown Regions, from the Knights of the Old Republic and Episode I to the Fate of the Jedi and Legacy era, Star Wars: The Essential Atlas is the ultimate gateway to space fantasy’s most brilliantly imagined and endlessly intriguing galaxy.
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