The Star Wars Archives book. 1977–1983 - Taschen

The world has never been the same since Star Wars exploded onto our cinema screens in 1977. In this XXL-sized volume, George Lucas guides us through the original trilogy like never before, sharing insights into the inspirations, experiences, and stories that created the modern monomyth. Included: screenplay pages, concept art, storyboards, on-set photographs, and much more.

MARK TASCHEN is a leading and most recognizable publisher of books on fine art, architecture, design, fashion, photography, pop culture, style, and travel. Working closely with renowned creative partners, the company has published thousands of titles in dozens of languages. From the incredible essence of the Basic Art series to collectible SUMO editions. TASCHEN’s mission remains a continuous commitment to diversity and innovation. Regardless of the subject and price—from $10 to $10,000—the brand strives to treat each topic with equal respect, producing, designing, and packaging each of its books in a luxurious and uniquely distinctive manner.

Founded by Benedikt Taschen in 1980 as a small comic book store in Cologne, today it sells its books worldwide. In addition to an international distribution network, the private publisher operates an e-commerce website and 14 branded stores around the globe, from Beverly Hills, New York, and Miami to London, Brussels, Paris, and Milan. While in the TASCHEN Gallery in Los Angeles, rotating exhibitions are organized in coordination with the publishing program. The company is headquartered in Cologne and Los Angeles, with regional offices in Berlin, Hong Kong, London, Madrid, Milan, New York, and Paris.

TASCHEN is jointly managed by Benedikt Taschen and his eldest daughter Marlene Taschen. The publisher employs a team of over two hundred people and a network of independent collaborators working in editorial, finance and administration, PR, production, retail, and sales and marketing worldwide.  

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