Star Wars has captured the hearts and imaginations of millions and millions of people like no other story of our time. This official companion volume to the landmark exhibit at the Smithsonian Institutions National Air and Space Museum explores the mythological roots of the Star Wars saga, a story that will continue to unfold into the next millennium.Written by the exhibit's curator and illustrated with hundreds of photographs, drawings and images, Star Wars: The Magic of Myth illuminates this modern tale of the ageless and mythic battle of good versus evil.

The companion to the Star wars exhibition at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum explores the mythology used as the basis for the Star wars movie trilogy

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the "Star Wars" movies, Bantam Books and the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum present a major exhibition and lavishly illustrated book which explores the mythological, historical, and cultural influences behind George Lucas's masterpiece. 500+ photos & illustrations.