George Lucas: Creator of Star Wars (Book Report Biographies) [Paperback]

Dana Meachen Rau (Author), Christopher Rau (Author), Franklin Watts (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 5-8-A functional book that recounts the requisite facts and figures of the popular filmmaker's life in a fairly entertaining style. A general note on sources and citations is included at the end of the book. Unfortunately, readers come away with only a superficial impression of Lucas. They might glean facts about his life and his accomplishments, but there is no real sense of the personality behind it all. Black-and-white photos are scattered throughout.
Marilyn Heath, Greenwood High School, SC
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Children's Press(CT) (April 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0531159515
• ISBN-13: 978-0531159514
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,282,832 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #53 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Arts & Music > Performing Arts > Film

More About the Author

Dana Meachen Rau worked as a children's book editor before launching into her writing career. Since then, she has written more than 250 books for children, including picture books, early readers, nonfiction, and biographies for preschool to middle school. Visit Dana's website at www.danameachenrau.com for more information about her books.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars informative, June 1, 2008

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This review is from: George Lucas: Creator of Star Wars (Book Report Biographies) (Paperback)

The book wasn't too long and was in chorological order for his life. It gave information on past business deals and childhood activities. The book only goes up to 1999 so don't buy it if you need info on more current activities such as star wars 3

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars George Lucas: Creator of Star Wars (Book Report Biographies), March 16, 2011

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This review is from: George Lucas: Creator of Star Wars (Book Report Biographies) (Library Binding)

Great book! My 4th grade son is a HUGE Star Wars fan. He chose to write a biography report about George Lucas. He and I learned many details about George Lucas that we never know. Great Book and he got an "A" on his report.

Pam, North Canton, OH