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“When you understand a species' art, you understand that species.”

Quote by Timothy Zahn

Book:Heir to the Empire: Star Wars Legends: The 20th Anniversary Edition

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Heir to the Empire: Star Wars Legends: The 20th Anniversary Edition

This novel is a part of the Star Wars Legends series and serves as a continuation of the original trilogy. It follows the story of a young man who becomes entangled in the power struggles of the Galactic Empire following the events of 'Return of the Jedi'. more

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Timothy Zahn (born September 1, 1951) is an American science fiction author best known for his Star Wars expanded universe novels, particularly the Thrawn trilogy. With a background in physics and astronomy, his works often feature hard science fiction and intricate plots. Zahn has received multiple Hugo and Nebula Award nominations and has significantly shaped the Star Wars expanded universe. more

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Book:Heir to the Empire: Star Wars Legends: The 20th Anniversary Edition

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