<div>From its very first frame, the Star Wars series created a compelling universe, with complex characters and engaging storytelling. In advance of the highly anticipated new movie,<i>Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens</i>, this essay collection offers a fascinating and unauthorized psychological analysis of every aspect of George Lucas's richly rendered world. A group of expert contributors, edited by Travis Langley, examines such topics as family ties, Jedi qualities, masculinity, girl power, and the values embodied in both the &quot;dark&quot; and &quot;light&quot; sides of this spellbinding world.</div>