Let me start by explaining the reason behind my four thumbs review, I’m not a huge Star Wars fan. Don’t get me wrong I enjoy the movies, but I’m not a fangirl in the same sense or to the extremes others out there are. Having said this, this art book really hit the spot with me, and went a long way to explaining some of the storylines and characters in the movies.

Dorling Kindersley have done their usual excellent work when publishing this book and, with the frenzy that is building with the release of Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens in December of this year, they are sure to have a money maker on their hands.

This book is sure to appeal to fans of any levels, and maybe capture the interest of those new to this Universe. The book itself is divided into topics that cover things from characters to locations, and these are interspersed with ‘key event’ facts and each includes a timeline and a behind the scenes article. Covering all six of the Star Wars films, it also touches on the animated TV series of Clone Wars and Rebels.

To say this book has detail would be an understatement, and do it a total injustice. As I said earlier I am not a huge fan, but I found the character pages fascinating; each has a biography which includes some important events of which they were a part and other little pieces of information on their weapons etc. The major characters, such as the R2-D2 unit are given a double page spread, while lesser characters may in some cases only get a portion of the page they are still included and this is part of what makes this a comprehensive guide to the Star Wars Universe.

Apart from the myriad of information that the reader will find within this books pages, they are also given a visual treat in the form of crisp images that are full of detail, from the most important of characters right down to the obscure. I have to admit that my favourite part of this book were the character and location sections, as after reading it I now feel I might just be able to hold my own in a conversation with a die-hard fan.

I would highly recommend this to all lovers of Star Wars and those, who like myself, enjoy the movies but feel their knowledge is lacking.


Originally reviewed on: http://catesbooknuthut.com/2015/06/05/review-ultimate-star-wars-ryder-windham-ad...





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Let me start by explaining the reason behind my four thumbs review, I’m not a huge Star Wars fan. Don’t get me wrong I enjoy the movies, but I’m not a fangirl in the same sense or to the extremes others out there are. Having said this, this art book really hit the spot with me, and went a long way to explaining some of the storylines and characters in the movies.

Dorling Kindersley have done their usual excellent work when publishing this book and, with the frenzy that is building with the release of Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens in December of this year, they are sure to have a money maker on their hands.

This book is sure to appeal to fans of any levels, and maybe capture the interest of those new to this Universe. The book itself is divided into topics that cover things from characters to locations, and these are interspersed with ‘key event’ facts and each includes a timeline and a behind the scenes article. Covering all six of the Star Wars films, it also touches on the animated TV series of Clone Wars and Rebels.

To say this book has detail would be an understatement, and do it a total injustice. As I said earlier I am not a huge fan, but I found the character pages fascinating; each has a biography which includes some important events of which they were a part and other little pieces of information on their weapons etc. The major characters, such as the R2-D2 unit are given a double page spread, while lesser characters may in some cases only get a portion of the page they are still included and this is part of what makes this a comprehensive guide to the Star Wars Universe.

Apart from the myriad of information that the reader will find within this books pages, they are also given a visual treat in the form of crisp images that are full of detail, from the most important of characters right down to the obscure. I have to admit that my favourite part of this book were the character and location sections, as after reading it I now feel I might just be able to hold my own in a conversation with a die-hard fan.

I would highly recommend this to all lovers of Star Wars and those, who like myself, enjoy the movies but feel their knowledge is lacking.


Originally reviewed on: http://catesbooknuthut.com/2015/06/05/review-ultimate-star-wars-ryder-windham-ad...





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Ultimate Star Wars by Patricia Barr, Ryder Windham, Anthony Daniels, Jr. This is a comprehensive guide to the Star Wars universe. I covers in timeline order all the movies from Phantom Menace (I), Attack of the Clones (II), Revenge of the Sith (III), New Hope (IV), Empire Strikes Back (V), to Return of the Jedi (VI) and the two animated series Star Wars Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. The book covers all the characters , creatures locations, technology, ground vehicles and spacecraft in the Star Wars universe in vivid detail and chronological order. While the book fails to give the schematics on various spacecraft, there is enough detail to satisfy the most ardent fans. The art work alone makes the book worth reading. The books main strength is that it is able to set the whole story in its historical context relative to history each movie and the animated series. It does this from both chronological and geographical perspectives. The details on what planet played what role in the over all story I found fascinating. This book is a must buy for Star Wars fanatic. It is a must read for those wanting a refresher course on the Star Wars saga in preparation for the next trilogy. ( )