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The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope--The Manga Volume 1

The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope--The Manga Volume 1

By Hisao Tamaki
Hardcover
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The first of two hardcover volumes collecting the precisely recreated original art from the 1997 manga adaptation of Star Wars: A New Hope, with a new translation taken directly from the lettering on the boards.

In 1977, the world was changed by the release of George Lucas's seminal science-fantasy epic. Fascinating characters, groundbreaking special effects, and breathtaking action affected audiences in ways that movies never had before and seldom have since.

Twenty years later, renowned manga creator Hisao Tamaki adapted the films in his own singular style that allowed legions of Star Wars fans to enjoy their favorite story in an exciting new way. Now, Dark Horse has unearthed and meticulously reassembled Tamaki-sensei's original art boards to chronicle and showcase the creation of a unique artifact of popular culture.

The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope--The Manga, Volume 1 collects the first half of the adaptation in high-resolution reproductions of the original, unaltered art. The work is accompanied by an all-new translation of the authentic Japanese lettering, which itself was inspired by the alternate language dub that has been enjoyed by Japanese-speaking audiences for generations.

An extensive sketchbook section is included and, for the first time in English, the story is presented in the original right-to-left reading format.

This volume offers fans an opportunity to revisit the classic adventure through new eyes and in a fresh voice. Join Dark Horse and Lucasfilm to explore the creative journey of a novel view of a galaxy far, far away.

Author: Hisao Tamaki
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Dark Horse Books
Published: 06/16/2026
Pages: 184
Weight: 2.4lbs
Size: 12.20h x 10.20w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781506750347

About The Author
Hisao Tamaki is a Japanese manga artist best known for his 1997 adaptation of Star Wars: A New Hope. Born in 1964 in Niigata, he grew up immersed in tokusatsu, anime, and sci-fi, with Ultraman, Space Battleship Yamato, and Star Wars shaping his artistic passion.

Tamaki began drawing manga in childhood and later honed his skills in Tokyo under Akira Sakuma and Atsuji Yamamoto. He worked as an assistant on Elf 17 and competed for the Shonen Magazine Newcomer Award, losing to Berserk creator Kentaro Miura.

His adaptation of A New Hope was a meticulous recreation of the film, earning praise for its dynamic storytelling. It was later published internationally by Dark Horse Comics, winning the 1990 Eisner Award for Best U.S. Edition of International Material, cementing his reputation among manga and Star Wars fans alike.
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