Star Wars: Galactic Phrase Book & Travel Guide -- Ben Burtt, Paperback

Whether doing business with the Hutts or trying to get a decent haircut on Coruscant, the Galactic Phrase Book & Travel Guide is an invaluable tool for galactic travelers. Vividly illustrated by Sergio Aragon s, this handy volume covers the basics, including

- Greetings--H'chu apenkee, o'grandio lust: "Greetings, glorious host" in Huttese. It doesn't hurt you to be nice, and it might hurt you not to.
- Travel arrangements--Zat x'ratch keezo bompaz ha sheep: in Bocce, "That scratch was there when I rented the ship."
- Asking directions--Chi ita lungee: "I am lost," in Ewokese. Don't be afraid to seek help in the forest.
- Dining--Dis foosa isa berry good: "this food is good." It's always best to compliment your Gungan hosts.
- Bargaining for your life--Huwaa muaa mumwa: "Can I buy you a drink." in Wookiee-speak. Try it. It just might work.

A must have when traveling without your protocol droid

Bonus --An exclusive "Behind the Sounds" look at making of the Star Wars movies from Academy Award-winning Sound Editor Ben Burtt. Discover the secrets behind the roar of Chewbacca, the chatter of the cantina crowd, and R2-D2's unique eloquence.

Author: Ben Burtt
Publisher: Random House Worlds
Published: 08/07/2001
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.28lbs
Size: 6.24h x 4.28w x 0.52d
ISBN: 9780345440747

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 12/01/2001 pg. 175
Voice of Youth Advocates 06/01/2002 pg. 125
School Library Journal 09/01/2002 pg. 258