The ultimate book for every star wars fan experience the star wars universe as never before in this stunning visual journey that carries you to the farthest reaches and into the deepest mysteries of george lucass cinematic masterpiece ralph mcquarrie the legendary main concept artist for all three star wars films and kevin j anderson the new york times bestselling star wars author . The illustrated star wars universe is a book featuring the art of ralph mcquarrie and text by kevin j anderson the artwork is primarily composed of reused and re purposed concept art from the making of the original trilogy in addition to mcquarries art the book also includes the work of other concept artists including michael butkus harrison ellenshaw chris evans nilo rodis jamero . This book the illustrated star wars universe is one of the most beautiful books i have ever had the pleasure to read it is full of pictures of different aspects of several of the important worlds in the star wars universe such as hoth coruscant tatooine alderaan endor that when complemented by the text make this an easily readable and pleasant book. Each world is lavishly illustrated and described by a qualified expert including scientists