Few movies in the entire history of Hollywood cinema are as beloved as Steven Spielberg’s<em>E.T.</em>, the story of a remarkable friendship between a young boy and an alien visitor stranded on Earth. Now in a new 30th Anniversary edition,<em>E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial from Concept to Classic</em> is the only official book on the making of the film—the book Spielberg himself calls, “Our E.T. family album.” Lavishly illustrated with more than 200 photos and drawings,<em>E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial from Concept to Classic</em> includes the complete annotated screenplay by Melissa Mathison, remembrances from the cast and crew, and fascinating little known facts and trivia about the production, making it a must for film buffs and the countless fans who hold this extraordinary motion picture close to their hearts.<br>