This list of audiobooks includes all novels, junior novels, and graphic novels that have been recorded as an audiobook or audio drama, whether abridged or unabridged. Author john jackson miller has been working on the concept of this book for years. I recently picked up the book kenboi and i freaken love it, though i do wish ben was in it more. Technically speaking i would prefer the mandatory presentation of the timeline to be in a different manner and not a rasterized page of the original but other than this, rather inconsequential complaint, there is absolutely no doubt that if you like kenobi, if you like star wars you will love this book. Listen to thousands of best sellers and new releases on your iphone, ipad, or android.
The rise of skywalker and the mandalorian, as well as star wars series, video games, books, and more. Meet luke skywalker, obiwan kenobi, yoda, and all the brave jedi from the epic star wars space saga. The only thing standing between obiwan kenobi and jedi knighthood is a lesson he must learn from his jedi master, but the only place where he can learn that lesson is in the middle of an intergalactic war. The official site for star wars, featuring the latest on star wars. Though all eyes are on the boy anakin skywalker, there is another young man making his rite of passage. Return to a time of great upheaval in the galaxy, the final years of the republic, in this. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. Star wars legends audiobook written by john jackson miller.
There were perhaps 100 people there for the panel however most were either leftovers from the previous panel or awaiting the next one. There was an awesome panel of star wars authors including tim zahn, jason fry, pablo hidalgo, and dan wallace but there just werent many fans there. Harmys star wars despecialized edition hd 2004 featurelength audio commentary by pablo hidalgo for star wars episode iv a new hope. To be honest, i was hoping for a full oneman show from james arnold taylor, who voices kenobi on the clone wars, but davis performance is strong enough to stand on its own for the right reasons. Ive always viewed star wars, particularly episode iv, as a western in space, and this novel takes the concept. The serial was recorded in 1981 at westlake recording studios in west hollywood, california. Tatooinea harsh desert world where farmers toil in the heat of two suns while trying to protect themselves. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial.
Everything interesting about reys parents from the star. We have a full schedule of activities such as opportunities to hear clips from our new star wars audiobook exclusive dooku. This chronological list of all known star wars audio books includes all novels, junior novelizations and graphic novels that have been recorded either as an abridged or unabridged audio book, or an audio drama. Hello, i was wondering if some people could recommend the best books about obi wan kenobi to read. The old republic graphic novel collections from marvel, among many more about john jackson miller. Obviously, given its size, this couldnt be the stuffed armadillo in question, so, i wonder if this stuffed armadillo in old bens hut is a missing species in the star wars universe. The end result is all the heart of an old western and the storytelling magic of star wars as john jackson miller gives us a look into the depths of the soul of a failed hero. Narrated by star wars audiobook veteran jonathan davis, this book is given an even. He lives in wisconsin with his wife, two children, and far too many comic books. The star wars books panel was being held in the lower level of the convention center in an open area.
Kenobi was released in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook form on august 27, 20. All three intertwine as kenobi is thrown into the mix, even though he tries so hard to not interfere. But if you prefer typical star wars novels focussing on the republic empire then id suggest giving this one a miss. After two years, we are thrilled to announce that the penguin random house audio team will be making our return to the festivities. Kenobi is an interesting story as it focuses on a shopkeeper, a tuskan raider, and a confidence man. Find books like kenobi star wars legends from the worlds largest community of readers.
Star wars legends audio book by john jackson miller. And the snippets and references to the wider star wars universe are fun. Luke skywalker was in the desert with the droids that his stepdad had just bought. I went through the book and annotated interesting moments and connections ive seen come up in my conversations and some of yours. The clone wars battle tales is a canon trade paperback that collects the fivepart comicbook series star wars adventures. Ewan macgregors portrayal of a young obiwan was a highlight of the uneven to say the least prequel trilogy, and portrayal heavily influences millers characterization of the jedi master in kenobi. John jackson miller is the new york times bestselling author of star wars. Additionally, it includes audio adaptations of films and original audio stories.
His comics work includes writing for iron man, mass effect, bart simpson, and indiana jones. Anyone have any recommendations for other books about obi wan to. Goodreads members who liked kenobi star wars legends also lik. Written by john jackson miller, narrated by jonathan davis.
Kenobi by john jackson miller goodreads share book. Star wars is a part 5 hour, 57 minute radio serial originally broadcast on national public radio on march 9, 1981. Star wars legends audiobook by john jackson miller. I own the hardcover and am a massive maul fan so i decided to grab the audio version, as star wars audiobooks with full on sfx and john williams. The author has written the story as a classical western, also supported by the desert environment in which most of the scenes take place. There were perhaps 100 people there for the panel however most were either leftovers from the previous panel or. The list is presented in inuniverse chronological order. Kenobi is a novel written by author john jackson miller. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created by george lucas that includes star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980, and return of the jedi 1983. Star wars fans of all ages will enjoy both the fine abridgment and brandon mckinneys 146 twocolor illustrations, drawn in classic comic book style. The book, set in the universe of star wars, takes place between the movies revenge of the sith and a new hope and tells the arrival of obiwan kenobi on tatooine with the little luke. This is a list of all known star wars audiobooks in chronological order. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream.
Many derivative star wars works have been produced in conjunction with, between, and after. Kenobi is a sweeping story thats all star wars, part epic western, part romance, and part highstakes drama. Kenobi is the unabridged audio book of the novel kenobi, written by john jackson miller. While the actual audiobook features the dulcet tones of veteran star wars narrator jonathan davis, this excerpt features a man uniquely suited to bring us inside the world of obiwan kenobi. There were maybe 100 people there for the panel but. On may 25, 1977, the world was introduced to han solo, luke skywalker, princess leia, c3po, r2d2, chewbacca, obiwan kenobi, darth vader, and a galaxy full of possibilities. The graphic novel adaptation of the second of george r. So if you fancy reading a star wars ish tale about farmers who find themselves in need of kenobi s help then i fully recommend this book. Featuring stunning retro illustrations, this book is perfect for star warsand little golden bookfans of all ages. My releasenight event was at the booksellers at laurelwood in memphis, my. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone.
Star wars legends by john jackson miller audiobooks on. Both kenobi and anakin fought in the clone wars which led to anakin turning to the dark. Start a trial of audible and your first audiobook is on us. There was an amazing panel of star wars authors including tim zahn, jason fry, pablo hidalgo, and dan wallace but there simply werent lots of fans there. You will get some jedi action from kenobi, but the point is about how kenobi tries not to be, who he had been so accustomed to be. Benjedi master obiwan kenobi, hero of the clone wars, traitor to the empire, and protector of the galaxys last hopecan no more turn his back on evil than he can reject his jedi training. Star wars legends unabridged john jackson miller audiobook, john jackson miller audio cd more by john jackson miller. Ill try and make some of the interesting connections for you to check out and to facilitate discussion during our self.
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