Praise for Star Ware Star Ware is still a tour de force that any experienced amateur will find invaluable & which hardware-minded beginners will thoroughly enjoy."
- Robert Burnham Sky & Telescope magazine " Star Ware condenses between two covers what would normally take a telescope buyer many months to accumulate."
- John Shibley Astronomy magazine Whether youre shopping for your first telescope or your fifth dont be surprised if you feel overwhelmed by the dazzling array of product choices bells & whistles & the literature that describes them all. Thats why you need Star Ware. In this revised & updated Fourth Edition of the essential guide to comparing & selecting sky-watching equipment award-winning astronomy writer Philip Harrington takes you telescope shopping the easy way. He analyzes & explains todays astronomy market & compares brands & models point by point. Star Ware gives you the confidence you need to buy the telescope & accessories that are right for you & the knowledge to get the most out of your new purchase with: Extensive expanded reviews of leading models & accessories-including dozens of new products A clear step-by-step guide to every aspect of selecting telescopes binoculars filters mounts lenses cameras film star charts guides & references & much more Ten new do-it-yourself projects for building your own astronomical equipment Easy tips on setting up using & caring for telescopes & other astronomical equipment Lists of where to find everything astronomical including Web sites & resources; distributors dealers & conventions; & corporate listings for products & services"

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This ancient training manual crafted by early Jedi Masters has educated & enlightened generations of Jedi. It explains the history & hierarchy of the Jedi Order & what Jedi must know to take their place as defenders of the peace in the galaxy
- from mastery of the Force to the nuances of lightsaber combat. A single copy of this manual has survived. It is now passed on to you...
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This is a gripping action-adventure novel set during the previously unexplored ' Dark Times' between Episode III: Revenge of the Sith" & " Episode IV: A New Hope". The Jedi order has been crushed under the devious hand of Emperor Palpatine. A new order has risen one that seeks to dominate the galaxy using the iron fist of Darth Vader. But Vader cannot control an entire galaxy alone. He has selected his own apprentice from among those gifted with Force-sensitive abilities. As the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance this new apprentice must choose their own destiny... This is the official tie-in novel to the Summer 2008 next-generation videogame from Lucas Arts." ...

This is the final novel in the epic nine-book Legacy of the Force" series concluding the tale of Jacen Solos journey to the dark side & featuring Luke Skywalker Han Solo Leia Organa Solo Jaina Solo & Ben Skywalker Luke & Mara Jades son." ...

Imagine a book whose pages literally recreate your favourite scenes from your favourite movies
- in full motion. Sounds like something
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Based on the characters & worlds created by George Lucas & set some years after the events in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Crimson Empire expands on & continues the saga of the evil galactic Empire & the rebels who oppose them. It is a time of turmoil control of the Empire is up for grabs & one man Conor Jax begins his campaign to become the new Dark Emperor. On the remote planet Phaeda a wandering Jedi known as Kir Kanos finds himself hunted by Imperial forces. The two Conor Jax & Kir Kanos share a deadly bond & once fought side-by-side as part of Darth Vader's elite Crimson Guard. But now they are sworn enemies divided by death & betrayal. Only one will survive... ...

The Sith have existed in the galaxy for centuries lurking waiting for their chance to seize control. In his quest for domination Darth Sidious tracked down five pivotal Sith texts written by his most powerful predecessors. Then drawing on the knowledge within the compiled pages he wrote a sixth text
- his own manifesto. Together these documents shed light on the philosophy achievements & failures of the Sith Order.
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Inspired by the Emmy Award-winning Cartoon Network animated series the seventh volume in this fantastic pocket-sized series makes the Star Wars" galaxy a whole lot bigger with four more thrilling tales of planets in peril & Jedi in jeopardy! The Clone Wars grind through the galaxy shaking every system & testing those on both sides of the conflict. Obi-Wan Kenobi Anakin Skywalker & Yoda must struggle against the might of the Dark Side
- a power that grows stronger every day... Featuring the gorgeous art style pioneered by genius cartoon creator Genndy Tartakovsky (" Samurai Jack") this is an action-packed jump to light speed for " Star Wars" lovers of all ages!"
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Inspired by the Emmy Award-winning Cartoon Network animated series the sixth volume in this fantastic pocket-sized series makes the Star Wars galaxy a whole lot bigger with four more thrilling tales of planets in peril & Jedi in jeopardy! The Clone Wars grind through the galaxy shaking every system & testing those on both sides of the conflict. Obi-Wan Kenobi Anakin Skywalker & Yoda must struggle against the might of the Dark Side
- a power that grows stronger every day... Featuring the gorgeous art style pioneered by genius cartoon creator Genndy Tartakovsky (Samurai Jack") this is an action-packed jump to light speed for " Star Wars" lovers of all ages!"
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The reach of the New Republic is expanding but the days of fighting for the galaxy have not ended. A threat against Princess Leia & Han Solos family disrupts usual business on Coruscant & Luke Skywalkers Jedi training on Yavin 4! In another part of the galaxy a former Imperial Guardsman turned bounty hunter Kir Kanos is ready to settle an old score after three years in hiding. ...