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Star Wars Cinematic Classics: The Empire Strikes Back
Series: Star Wars
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A retelling of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back featuring stunning development art from the original Lucasfilm concept artists. Relive the excitement of the cinematic classic The Empire Strikes Back. The thrilling tale follows the story of the battle between the Galactic Empire and...
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A retelling of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back featuring stunning development art from the original Lucasfilm concept artists.
Relive the excitement of the cinematic classic The Empire Strikes Back. The thrilling tale follows the story of the battle between the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance, as Luke Skywalker masters the Force to take on Darth Vader.
Enjoy the hit movie through this all-ages retelling accompanied by concept art from the original artists. Alongside the art, fascinating facts about each piece give an insight into the design process behind iconic characters and settings like Yoda and Cloud City.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761217838
Publisher: Hardie Grant Children's Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 24 February 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: Hardie Grant Children's Publishing
Illustration: Full Colour
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 174.0mm
Height: 250.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 72
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