Sword fighting in the Star wars universe: historical origins, style and philosophy

"This examination of the Jedi, the Sith and their lightsaber swordplay throughout the franchise evaluates the ways Lucas blended the world of science fiction with ancient and epic tales of samurai and Western swordsmen. Topics include the master-apprentice relationship; the technical choreograp...

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Main Author: Jamilla, Nick (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, NC [u.a.] McFarland 2008
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Summary:"This examination of the Jedi, the Sith and their lightsaber swordplay throughout the franchise evaluates the ways Lucas blended the world of science fiction with ancient and epic tales of samurai and Western swordsmen. Topics include the master-apprentice relationship; the technical choreography in lightsaber scenes of the Star Wars films; and historical precedents for the Jedi order"--Provided by publisher.
Item Description:"This examination of the Jedi, the Sith and their lightsaber swordplay throughout the franchise evaluates the ways Lucas blended the world of science fiction with ancient and epic tales of samurai and Western swordsmen. Topics include the master-apprentice relationship; the technical choreography in lightsaber scenes of the Star Wars films; and historical precedents for the Jedi order"--Provided by publisher.
Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:VII, 279 S. Ill.
ISBN:9780786434619

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