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A review by endomental
Star Wars and History by Janice Liedl, Nancy R. Reagin
4.0
An interesting look at the parallels between the Star Wars trilogies and events in world history. Each section is authored by a different expert, and while some of the connections seem legitimate (the Trade Federation as compared to the Dutch and English East India Companies, for one), a few seem to be stretching (Padme as Cleopatra).
All in all, it puts the series in new historical contexts, and could be useful as a means to spark interest in history among young Star Wars fans. The book never says whether Lucas was aware of, or deliberately used, any of the parallels that it finds. It would be interesting to know.
Good summer read for Star Wars/history buffs.
All in all, it puts the series in new historical contexts, and could be useful as a means to spark interest in history among young Star Wars fans. The book never says whether Lucas was aware of, or deliberately used, any of the parallels that it finds. It would be interesting to know.
Good summer read for Star Wars/history buffs.