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How Star Wars Conquered the Universe
Book • 2015
In 'How Star Wars Conquered the Universe', Chris Taylor delves into the complete history of the Star Wars franchise, from the challenging production of the original film to its sequels, prequels, and the preparations for new trilogies.
The book explores the contributions of the people behind the scenes, including friends, writers, artists, producers, and marketers who helped turn George Lucas's idea into a global phenomenon.
Taylor also examines how Star Wars has influenced culture, politics, and spirituality, and why it continues to attract and inspire a multigenerational fan base despite controversies and challenges.
The book explores the contributions of the people behind the scenes, including friends, writers, artists, producers, and marketers who helped turn George Lucas's idea into a global phenomenon.
Taylor also examines how Star Wars has influenced culture, politics, and spirituality, and why it continues to attract and inspire a multigenerational fan base despite controversies and challenges.
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Cal Newport as a George Lucas biography with pop culture reporting on the Star Wars phenomenon.


Ep. 163: The Books I Read in December 2021
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