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Vision of the Future
by Timothy Zahn
ISBN: 0553100351
ISBN-13: 9780553100358
Format: Hardcover
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Summary
In this "Stars Wars" book-the sequel to "Spectors of the Past"-the scatered remnants of the once great Empire struggle to destabilized the recently formed New Alliance. Their plan involves the deaths of Han Solo and Princess Leia, and only Luke Skywalker and Lando Calrissian stand in their way.
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Bantam Dell Pub Group
Published date: 1998
Size: 6.25 x 9.75 inches
Weight: 1.7 pounds
Pages: 520
Publisher's Notes
Vision of the Future is the second book in the epic two-volume series The Hand of Thrawn from Timothy Zahn, the bestselling, Hugo Award-winning author of the original landmark trilogy based on George Lucass legendary Star Wars(r) films. Now the story begun in Specter of the Past comes to an explosive conclusion as Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Han Solo are thrust into the middle of an impending civil war--and discover the shocking truth behind the rumored resurrection of the dead Admiral Thrawn.For a beleaguered Empire, desperate times call for desperate measures. Sowing discord among the fragile coalition of the New Republic, remnants of the once powerful Empire make one last play for victory. Having implicated the Bothans in an act of genocide, they now plan an attack on Han and Leia that is also to be blamed on the Bothans. If they are successful, the New Republic will be torn asunder. To prevent inevitable disaster, Luke, Leia, Han, and their friends must prove the Bothans innocent and reveal the Empires treachery. But time is running out.The cunning Major Tierce has joined with the ambitious Moff Disra in the Empires master plan. At its heart lies the most elaborate con of all: the rumor that the legendary Grand Admiral Thrawn, long believed dead, has returned to lead the Empire to a prophesied triumph. The news of Thrawns return is already rallying Empire forces against the New Republic.As Leia travels to a secret rendezvous with an Imperial commander who claims towant peace, Han and Lando Calrissian journey into enemy territory to learn the truth of Emberlenes destruction. Meanwhile, Luke and Mara Jade infiltrate a hidden fortress where Thrawn's most fanatical followers await his call to arms. And Talon Karrde returns to his underworld past and a brutal crime lord whose knowledge may save the Republic. But it is the truth about Thrawn that is most important. In his hands--alive or dead--rests the fate of the New Republic.Vision of the Future is the magnificent finale to one of the most suspenseful, action-packed, and thought-provoking Star Wars(r) stories yet. It is a masterful re-creation that captures the magic and adventure of the greatest science fiction saga of all time.
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Timothy Zahn
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Timothy Zahn
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Star Wars: Vision of the Future
Timothy Zahn
Spectra, 1998-09-01. First Edition. Hardcover. NEAR FINE/NEAR FINE. Near Fine Hardcover in Near Fine Dustjacket.First Edition. No remainder mark. ( more information)
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Vision of the Future (Star Wars.)
Zahn, Timothy
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Spectra. Hardcover. 0553100351 The covers of the book and the dust jacket have a little shelf wear. The book has a faint odor of cigarette smoke. This is the 2nd book in the epic two volume series, The Hand of Thrawn. . Very Good. 1998. First Edition. ( more information)
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Vision of the Future (Star Wars)
Zahn, Timothy
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Bantam Books. 1998. First Printing. Hard Cover. Very Good. Brief summary of content available upon request by e-mail. ( more information)
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Vision of the Future
Zahn, Timothy
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Spectra, 1998. Like new - crisp, straight, and unmarked. Excellent dust jacket.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good Plus/Very Good Plus. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". ( more information)
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Star Wars: Vision of the Future
Zahn, Timothy
New York: Bantam Books. 1998. First Edition. Hardcover. 0553100351 . A fine copy in near fine dustjacket with a tiny nick on spine panel. ; Octavo . ( more information)
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Vision of the Future
Zahn, Timothy
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Spectra, 1998. Corner and edge wear and soiling, inside pages clean but yellowed, outside pages soiled, DJ is worn at corners and edges. Edition Not Stated. Hard Cover NOT X Library. Good/Good NOT LARGE PRINT. Over 16 Oz. Science Fiction. ( more information)
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Vision of the Future
Zahn, Timothy
New York: Spectra, 1998 Timothy Zahn finishes the two-part Hand of Thrawn series with Vision of the Future. In the first book, Specter of the Past, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Han Solo battled the minions of the evil Grand Admiral Thrawn, long presumed dead. In the sequel, our heroes must prevent civil war and ensure that Thrawn's plans for a triumphant Empire are thwarted. Intergalactic intrigue, space battles, and heart-pounding action will thrill Star Wars fans in this eagerly awaited novel. Zahn is one of the most popular interpreters of the Star Wars universe with good reason.. First Edition. Hardcover. Good. 8vo. ( more information)
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Star Wars - Vision of the Future " Signed "
Zahn, Timothy
1998. Hardback. Fine. First Edition. First Print. Book Two in The Hand of Thrawn Saga. Signed by author on the title page. Book is protected with a mylar cover, shipping will include bubble-wrap and packed in a box. ( more information)
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Vision of the Future
Zahn, Timothy
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Spectra, 1998 VERY GOOD IN VERY GOOD DUSTJACKET-FIRST EDITION, FLAT SIGNED & DATED BY THE AUTHOR ON THE TITLE PAGE. ( more information)
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