Introduction -- A beginning beyond belief -- Star Wars on the home front -- The long summer of Star Wars -- Talking bollux -- Return of the merchandise -- The empire gathers its forces -- The empire strikes back -- A long road ahead -- More than a hint of revenge in the air -- The force returns -- Return of the Jedi -- Appendix I: Palitoy products -- Appendix II: The Star Wars comics saga.
Summary:
"Among the top-grossing Hollywood blockbusters of all time, Star Wars launched one of the most successful movie and licensing franchises in history. Yet much of the film's backstory was set in Britain, where the original trilogy was made and where early efforts at tie-in merchandising were spearheaded"-- Provided by publisher.
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