Sword fighting in the Star Wars universe : historical origins, style and philosophy /

Sword fighting in the Star Wars universe : historical origins, style and philosophy /

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Bibliographic Details
Author / Creator:	Jamilla, Nick.
Imprint:	Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2008.
Description:	vii, 279 p. ; 23 cm.
Language:	English
Subject:	Star Wars films Swordplay in motion pictures. Swordplay in motion pictures. Science fiction films.
Format:	Print Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/7251808

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ISBN:	9780786434619 (softcover : alk. paper) 0786434619 (softcover : alk. paper)
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references (p. 259-264) and index.
Summary:	"This examination of the Jedi, the Sith and their lightsaber swordplay throughout the franchise evaluates the ways Lucas blended the world of science fiction with ancient and epic tales of samurai and Western swordsmen. Topics include the master-apprentice relationship; the technical choreography in lightsaber scenes of the Star Wars films; and historical precedents for the Jedi order"--Provided by publisher.

Table of Contents:

Preface
1. Jedi, Combat and Honor
2. Jedi Culture: The Jedi Order, the Lightsaber, and the Force
3. Master, Padawan, Apprentice
4. Historical Precedents of the Jedi
5. Nature of the Sword: How the Sword Works
6. Sword Style: Movement for Victory
7. Star Wars Choreography
8. Prequel Trilogy and Original Trilogy Critique
Afterword
Chapter Notes
Bibliography
Index