The definitive history of "Star Wars" chronicling four decades of the world of "Star Wars"; decade by decade, year-by-year, month-by-month. Everything is covered, from the influences and creation of all six "Star Wars" movies, to the toys, books and video games that have shaped the "Star Wars" dynasty. The month-by-month format is brought to life by images from the movies, TV series, comic books and more.

Includes index.

Life before Star Wars / Ryder Windham -- The original trilogy (1973-1983) / Ryder Windham -- Between the trilogies (1984-1996) / Daniel Wallace -- The prequel trilogy (1997-2005) / Pablo Hidalgo -- Clone Wars & beyond (2006-2010) / Pablo Hidalgo -- Star Wars: a new era (2013-2016) / Pablo Hidalgo.