Star Wars: The Magic of Myth
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Mary S. Henderson
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- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 156.7 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 226
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Star Wars: The Magic of Myth Digital PDF
Star Wars: The Magic of Myth is an illustrated study of the mythological roots of the Star Wars saga. This digital PDF edition is available for instant download after purchase.
Written by Mary S. Henderson, the book was created as the official companion to a landmark exhibition at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum.
It brings together mythological analysis, cultural history, and visual material from the Star Wars films in a detailed archival volume.
Book Overview
Mary S. Henderson examines Star Wars through the patterns of classical mythology and the hero’s journey. The discussion considers the transformation of Luke Skywalker and the journeys of other major characters, including Han Solo, Leia Organa, Darth Vader, and See-Threepio.
The book also explores cultural and historical influences on the saga. Its visual analysis considers costumes, production models, drawings, photographs, artwork, and other mythic images that define the look of Star Wars.
Category: Art. Author: Mary S. Henderson.
What You’ll Discover Inside Star Wars: The Magic of Myth
- The hero’s journey and the conflict between good and evil.
- Connections between Star Wars and classical mythology.
- Cultural and historical influences on the modern myth of Star Wars.
- The transformations and symbolic journeys of several principal characters.
- The mythic images, costumes, models, and visual details that shape the saga.
- Photographs, drawings, artwork, and images from the Star Wars trilogy.
Why This Book Matters
This volume documents how a major film saga can be examined through mythology, symbolism, cultural history, and visual design.
As a companion to an exhibition at the National Air and Space Museum, it also connects Star Wars film history with museum presentation and archival visual materials.
It is suited to readers studying Star Wars, popular culture, film criticism, mythology, and cinematic design.
Book Details
| Author | Mary S. Henderson |
|---|---|
| Title | Star Wars: The Magic of Myth |
| Format | |
| File Type | |
| File Size | 156.7 MB |
| File Size Bytes | 164357312 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 226 |
| Print Length | 224 pages |
| Publisher | Spectra |
| Imprint | Bantam Spectra |
| Publication Date | November 3, 1997 |
| Edition | First Edition |
| ISBN-10 | 0553378104 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0553378108 |
| Dimensions | 8.51 x 0.47 x 10.87 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.6 pounds |
| Rating | 4.8 out of 5 stars |
| Review Count | 51 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #933,027 in Books; #1,422 in Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions; #2,376 in Pop Culture Art |
| Exhibition | Companion to the Star Wars exhibition at the National Air and Space Museum |
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Download this archival digital edition of Star Wars: The Magic of Myth for focused reading and reference.
Verified Bibliographic Details
| Category Rank | #1,422 in Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions |
|---|---|
| Category Rank | #2,376 in Pop Culture Art |
| Price | EUR 11.18 |
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