The Star Wars Heresies

Interpreting the Themes, Symbols and Philosophies of Episodes I, II and III

Nonfiction, Entertainment, Performing Arts, Film, Fiction & Literature, Literary Theory & Criticism
Cover of the book The Star Wars Heresies by Paul F. McDonald, McFarland
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Paul F. McDonald ISBN: 9781476603452
Publisher: McFarland Publication: September 3, 2013
Imprint: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers Language: English
Author: Paul F. McDonald
ISBN: 9781476603452
Publisher: McFarland
Publication: September 3, 2013
Imprint: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Language: English

Despite the insatiable public appetite for all things Star Wars, the more analytical side of the saga is all too often ignored. This book offers a new way of seeing George Lucas' space opera--particularly the prequel trilogy, a series never given a fair chance because of constant comparisons to the iconic originals. In the classic style of Joseph Campbell, the trilogy is viewed through the lens of myth and metaphor, revealing a body of work not only worthy of scholarly study but perhaps destined to find therein its home. A wide variety of philosophical and mythological themes are presented and expounded upon, drawing from a rich source of scholars, thinkers, writers, and poets from East and West alike. Heretical or not, the Star Wars prequels are a surprisingly rich source of insight into the saga--as well as the human drama--as a whole.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Despite the insatiable public appetite for all things Star Wars, the more analytical side of the saga is all too often ignored. This book offers a new way of seeing George Lucas' space opera--particularly the prequel trilogy, a series never given a fair chance because of constant comparisons to the iconic originals. In the classic style of Joseph Campbell, the trilogy is viewed through the lens of myth and metaphor, revealing a body of work not only worthy of scholarly study but perhaps destined to find therein its home. A wide variety of philosophical and mythological themes are presented and expounded upon, drawing from a rich source of scholars, thinkers, writers, and poets from East and West alike. Heretical or not, the Star Wars prequels are a surprisingly rich source of insight into the saga--as well as the human drama--as a whole.

More books from McFarland

Cover of the book Teacher of Civil War Generals by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book The War I Survived Was Vietnam by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book African American Jazz and Rap by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book Priestley's Progress by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book Are Libraries Obsolete? by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book "Throw the book away" by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book James F. Jaquess by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book Classic Home Video Games, 1985-1988 by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book Vampire Films of the 1970s by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book Teaching Technology in Libraries by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book Funny You Should Ask by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book Encyclopedia of Television Shows, 1925 through 2010, 2d ed. by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book The Lives of the Miller's Tale by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book The Great Missouri Raid by Paul F. McDonald
Cover of the book Janet Leigh by Paul F. McDonald
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy