To coincide with the second installment of the prequels, dk and lucas books combined into one book episode ii s heroes, villain one of the coolest things about george lucass star wars saga is the detail he puts into each character and piece of equipment, whether its a major jedi master like yoda or the small tone activator in a kaminoan doorbell. Stay informed about books like attack of the clones. Star wars episode 2 attack of the clones 2002 comic books. Apr 07, 2021 this initiative saw the star wars expanded universe chronicling the clone wars conflict between its beginning in attack of the clones in 2002 and end with the release of revenge of the sith in 2005. Where the novelization of the phantom menace was little more than a transcription of the films script, attack of the clones is so much more fleshed out and enhances the story we already know so well. Book is written, printed, or highlighted for everything. The second original theatrical trailer for the 2002 film star wars. Salvatore and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Salvatores novelization adds muchneeded depth to the main characters, both personally and in developing relationships. I really enjoyed all the extra scenes in it, and felt they added so much to the story. Episode ii attack of the clones 1st appearance of shaak ti, a tortuga jedi master and member of the jedi order 1st appearance of bultar swan, a jedi general.
Attack of the clones and this book is the ultimate backstage pass to the making of this highly anticipated film. When jedi apprentice anakin skywalker is assigned to protect senator padme amidala, he discovers his love for herand his own darker side. Art cover written by henry gilroy and george lucas. Fortunately, many of the popular complaints about this film are either highly exaggerated or downright wrong. Padawan anakin skywalker must choose between his jedi duty and love, while obiwan kenobi uncovers a sinister plot that may lead to war. You can understand everything you want by a e book. Each title in the dk readers series is developed in consultation with leading. Item in acceptable condition including possible liquid damage. Buy a discounted hardcover of attack of the clones online from australias. Cedco publishing is poised to meet the demand for star wars merchandise with a variety of calendars formats and themes. Illustrated by dks acclaimed crosssection artists, hans jenssen and richard chasemore, episode ii incredible crosssections is written by new author, dr. The first star wars movie was released in 1977, and since then the stories of life in a galaxy far, far away have continued to capture the imaginations of. Attack of the clones, is finally retold in the iconic little golden book format. It explores the anakinpadme relationship more, and gives insight on characters like shmi skywalker and jango fett.
The accidentally perfect campiness of the star wars. Everything you need to know about star wars episode ii. Salvatore and published on april 23, 2002 by del rey. The book includes details about the films plot, characters and the actors who played them, as well as giving a behindthescenes perspective on the making of the film. From the sleek ships of the glimmering coruscant skyscape to the lush gardens of. Dialogue is still mildly cringeworthy, but nowhere near as bad as it is in the film itself. Attack of the clones is a seminal tale of the star wars mythos, unlocking some of the history and events that laid the foundation for the rebel alliances epic struggle against the empire as chronicled in the original star wars film trilogy. Attack of the clones succeeds in book form continuing the trend of novelizations of the prequel trilogy outshining their films, r. Attack of the clones junior novelization by patricia c. A fun quiz at the end of the book helps to develop reading comprehension skills.
Book 4 in this fourth exciting adventure in the boba fett series, boba fett travels to the planet tatooine to find jabba the huttthe greatest crime lord of allso he can become a bounty hunter. Episode ii attack of the clones is a 2002 american epic spaceopera film directed by george lucas and written by lucas and jonathan hales. An older anakin, played surprisingly well by hayden christiansen, is now training under the watchful eye of ewan mcgregors obiwan kenobi. Count dooku aka darth tyranus is a fictional character in the star wars franchise, created by george lucas. Political unrest sweeps through the republic as more and more star systems join count dookus separatist movement. Aug 14, 2015 the time was right for fans to take another look at a movie that was then more than a decade old. Attack of the clones, star wars little golden book by golden books. One of the main antagonists of the star wars prequel trilogy, he appears in both episode ii attack of the clones 2002 and episode iii revenge of the sith 2005, played by christopher lee, as well as associated media, such as books, comics, television series, and video games. The first star wars movie was released in 1977, and since then the stories of life in a galaxy far, far away have continued to. After having enjoyed the movie, i eagerly devoured r. The first two issues were published on april 24, 2002, then issues 3 and 4 were published on may 1 and may 8, respectively.
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Most fans who will read this novelization will already be familiar with the saga thus far, or have seen this movie, so i will skip summarizing any of the plot. Episode ii, attack of the clones star wars by patricia c wrede. Episode ii attack of the clones written by john whitman and published by chronicle books in april 2002. Attack of the clones is a 2002 mighty chronicles adaptation of star wars. For more than twentyfive years, the visual brilliance of the star wars films has captivated audiences far and wide. Attack of the clones, a comic adaptation of the 2002 film by george lucas, creator of the star wars saga. Attack of the clones by henry gilroy, jan duursema and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Based on the story by george lucasand the screenplay by george lucas and jonathan hales, this intense and revealing novel by bestselling author r. It is the second installment of the star wars prequel trilogy, the fifth star wars film to be produced, and the second episode in the skywalker saga. It tells roughly day by day the story of how george lucas and his merry bad of special effects wizards made the movie. It was written by simon beecroft and curtis saxton and illustrated by hans jenssen and richard chasemore.
Salvatore and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Apr 11, 2021 chancellor palpatine ian mcdiarmid in star wars. This second chapter in what is called the prequel trilogy was originally published by dark horse comics as a 4 issue miniseries comic companion to the space fantasy film, written by. Attack of the clones golden book wookieepedia fandom.
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It is based on the script of the film of the same name. The republic is failing, even under the leadership of supreme chancellor palpatine, elected ten. Salvatore and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books. Attack of the clones was released in 4 issues during aprilmay 2002. Attack of the clones little golden book hardcover at target. Episode ii, attack of the clones star wars by patricia c wrede book cover, description, publication history. As theatrical and selfaware as the prequels are, their huge budgets, heteronormativity and subtexts of colonization are anything but subversive. Episode ii attack of the clones in this illustrated storybookandcd set. As old favorites like yoda, and new ones like jango fett, play their parts, destiny takes hold in a tale of forbidden love, a young jedi finding his true path, and an old threat rising from the shadows once again.
I enjoy books about how movies are made and mythmaking. Based on the story by george lucas and the screenplay by george lucas and jonathan hales, it contains 150 2 color illustrations following the storyline in a small 3 x 4 hardcover format. Star wars gave fans two very different accounts of the clone wars. This novel has nonstop action, just like the movie. Like all star wars episodes, this one opens up with exiting goings on, then there comes the inevitable long lull only punctuated once or twice by any sort of action. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read star wars. Obiwan kenobi uncovers a secret clone army as the galaxy marches towards fullscale war.
Attack of the clones has gained a rather sour reputation on the internet. Filled with revealing observations from the mythmakers themselves, and featuring hundreds of exclusive, neverbeforeseen color photographs from the. Attack of the clones with this exciting book andcd set, featuring thrilling sound effects, wordforword narration, and. A limited release of 500 copies were autographed by the author. Episode ii attack of the clones ebook written by henry gilroy. After all, beyond the empire strikes back, the star wars movies havent been known for their romantic dialogue. Anakin must choose between the order he has sworn to serve and the love he is forbidden to have. Attack of the clones watch the seeds of anakin skywalkers transformation take root.
Attack of the clones is generally viewed as the worst of the six installments and remembered by fans more for its awful dialogue and confusing action sequences than the. Courtesy of lucasfilm lastly, we have camps resistance against gender, class and other cultural norms. Political unrest sweeps through the republic as more and more star systems join count dookus separatist. Salvatore sheds new light on the legend of star warsand skillfully illuminates one of our most beloved sagas. It expands some scenes and includes others which were cut from the film or are entirely original to the book. Book 4 in this fourth exciting adventure in the boba fett series, boba fett travels to the planet tatooine to find jabba the huttthe. Published by lucasbooks for young readers 2002 isbn 10. Attack of the clones, is retold in the little golden book format. The tiein novel, based upon the story by george lucas and the screenplay by george lucas and jonathan hales. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading attack of the clones.
Episode ii attack of the clones by dark horse comics is the official comic book adaptation of the film star wars. A novelization is obviously different from an original novel, but even so, i cant. Starring ewan mcgregor, hayden christiansen, natali. From the sleek ships of the glimmering coruscant skyscape to the lush gardens of pastoral naboo, dissent is roiling. Choose from contactless same day delivery, drive up and. It also breaks out into detailed sections on particular days. As it is known to us thatbook is important point to bring us around the world.
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