In 1977, Star Wars burst onto the screens and forever transformed the collective imagination. In this reference work, George Lucas looks back at the genesis of the original trilogy, sharing his sources of inspiration, his creative journey and many never-before-seen anecdotes. Enhanced with pages of script, sketches, storyboards and set photographs, this book offers a unique immersion into the heart of episodes IV ( A New Hope ), V ( The Empire Strikes Back ) and VI ( Return of the Jedi ), which have become pillars of contemporary culture.