If you've ever wished you could learn more about the Planet of the Apes mythos... if you've devoured the films and TV series, but have never read the comic books or novels that continued their story... if you're tantalized by time travel and titillated by trivia... if you think you know all there is to know about simian society... then Lexicon of the Planet of the Apes, from Hasslein Books, is meant for you. Designed for both casual readers and those who devour encyclopedias from start to finish, Lexicon of the Planet of the Apes will help you learn everything there is to know about the upside-down world of Planet of the Apes.
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Rich Handley is the author of Hasslein Books' Timeline of the Planet of the Apes: The Definitive Chronology and Lexicon of the Planet of the Apes: The Comprehensive Encyclopedia, and is also editing BLAM! Ventures' upcoming Planet of the Apes line of novels, beginning with Conspiracy of the Planet of the Apes, due out in 2011; Rich will co-write the second novel in that series with Andrew E.C. Gaska. Rich penned three licensed Star Wars fiction titles-"Crimson Bounty," in West End Games' Star Wars Adventure Journal #14, with Charlene Newcomb; "Lady Luck," in Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars Tales #3, with Darko Macan; and "Lando Calrissian: Idiot's Array" on starwars.com-and has authored numerous articles for such Lucasfilm publications as Star Wars Insider, Star Wars Galaxy Collector, Star Wars Gamer and Star Wars Fact Files. A frequent contributor to British Planet of the Apes fanzine Simian Scrolls, he was previously a columnist and reporter for Star Trek Communicator for several years, until that magazine went defunct. In addition, he has written for several other genre publications and Web sites, including Cinefantastique, Toons: The Animation Magazine, Dungeon/Polyhedron, Star Trek Magazine, Sci-Fi Invasion!, Cinescape.com and TrekWeb.com. Rich has written for local newspapers, such as The Oyster Bay Guardian, Community News and The Port Washington Sentinel, and he has written for and/or edited a variety of trade publications, including Advanced Imaging, Health Products Business, Low-Voltage Contractor, Printing News, Wide Format Imaging, Photographic Processing, Imaging Business, Kitchen & Bath Design and Frozen Food Age. Currently, Rich works as a print and online magazine editor at RFID Journal.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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As a testimonial states from the forward: "The kind of book I only wished I had in hand when I was twelve..." No truer words could be written about this very impressive volume. Mr. Handley shows attention to detail on what at times can be a very confusing and contradictory subject. No effort has been spared to bring to the surface every aspect of franchise lore and legend. The mind-blowing illustrations by Mr. Carbajal only put paid to this wonderful work of a favorite film franchise beloved by millions since it's debut forty-three years ago. As I wrote in the title of the review, From Aldo to Zira: Lexicon of the Planet of the Apes, answered part of a question I had about a little known chapter of the franchise, namely the 'apesolutely' fantastic short film: Salvation for the Planet of the Apes, made in 1976, by Orange County, California photographer and filmmaker Vern Dietsche Jr. Salvation was until I read this book, was a mystery. Now with reading the book, I've been invigorated to do my own research into the 'forgotten' apes film until this mystery is solved. If you are a fan of the franchise or a fan of science-fiction will appreciate the text, the information, the illustrations, photos and layout of this book.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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First, I've been a Planet of the Apes fan since I was a kid. I had the original bubblegum cards from the 68 classic (never a complete set through - drats!) and when I graduated from Junior High, celebrated by going to a Go Ape festival where a freind and I sat through all Five films! Rich's book is a perfect gift for any apes fan. It answers every question with clear, precise information about everything, Movies, TV, Comics (domestic and Foreign) even unpublished or yet to be published books. It's simply brilliant. Filled with images from the various media and information as to where to find stuff like scripts and such, it's an invaluable source book. I'd put it up there with the Star Wars and Star Trek Encyclopedias. I cannot praise this book enough. It is simply brilliant and long past due!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Rich Handley's FROM ALDO TO ZIRA is what its subtitle says it is: "A Comprehensive Encyclopedia," and if this is indeed a first volume only, I can only say: Godspeed Volume 2! Handley's intensive knowledge of his chosen subject--the complete span of the APES mythos, including all its detours, dead ends, eddies, and open vistas--is shared with enthusiasm, wit, and relentless attention to detail. If the minutea of POTA and its offshoots is your own obsession, rest assured Handley shares it. If a one-stop reference guide to acquainting yourself with the APES universe is your need, FROM ALDO TO ZIRA is the best book on the market. Handley makes it all accessible to both the amateur entry-level reader/researcher and the lifelong obsessive, and I can imagine no higher purpose or scope for a book such as this. Highly recommended!
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Great book!
Wow is this book good. Anytime I have a question about a movie or the tv series I know have a reference. Shipped fast very good!
Published 13 months ago by Clark Radwin
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Planet of the apes-------LEXICON
This book is a must for any pota fan,it is well laid out with clear and precise descriptions about everything concerning the franchise. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Simonious
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WOW!
I could never have imagined such a book as a kid, so this isn't a childhood dream come true, rather a new dream created! Rich Handley is my hero!
Published 21 months ago by wolfpack923
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Collectors Item
Brilliantly complete compilation that will educate even the most knowledgable Apes fans. This encyclopedia contains details from every media type including its' own original... Read more
Published on April 21, 2011 by Missy
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From Aldo to Zira: Lexicon of the Planet of the Apes: The...
"From Aldo to Zira: Lexicon of the Planet of the Apes: The Comprehensive Encyclopedia" is another excellent reference book on the franchise. Read more
Published on January 20, 2011 by STEVEN B.
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Wonderfully complete guide
An obsessively complete guide to every incarnation of Planet of the Apes, presented in encyclopedia format. Read more
Published on January 15, 2011 by Robert J. Sawyer
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