The Star Wars universe is expanding with a new book called Star Wars: The Rise and Fall of the Galactic Empire.
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According to the description, the book, which is scheduled to be published on July 9, 2024, deals with the intricacies of imperial rule and draws on stories in films, games, series, books and comics. It explores various facets of the imperial regime and attempts to shed light on the empire's perspective and legacy.
Author Dr. Chris Kempshall, a historian and co-author of Star Wars: Battles that Changed the Galaxy, Kempshall expresses his fascination with the history of the Empire and points to the opportunity to delve deeper into its history and influence on the galaxy explore.
“The chance to fully and deeply explore the realities of the Empire and show you all what it looks like up close. This is my first standalone Star Wars book, but it's something I've wanted to write most of my life,” said Kempshall.
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