Star Wars Manga – Princess Leia’s Story
Leia: Princess of Alderaan manga preview released…
Of the current swath of Star Wars writers, Claudia Gray is among the best. Several of her stories are now among the best of Star Wars canon.
That’s especially so for the amazing Leia: Princess of Alderaan.
Now, a whole new set of fans may enter the kingdom of Princess Leia.
Star Wars Manga? Yes!
Claudia Gray’s seminal young adult Star Wars novel Leia: Princess of Alderaan tells the story of how Leia came to be involved in the rebellion against the Empire. A coming-of-age tale, it offers a rare look into the Star Wars icon’s early life, and the choices she made that set her on a course to change the galaxy.
The book’s stunning manga adaptation by artist Haruichi has now received an English translation, coming October 27, and StarWars.com is thrilled to offer a first look. In this exclusive preview, Leia prepares for the Day of Demand on her 16th birthday, an Alderaanian tradition in which the princess declares her intention to one day take the throne. But before she does, we see Leia through the years — and find that our favorite princess-turned-general always had a rebel spirit.
More Details About Leia: Princess of Alderaan
The official boilerplate says:
The never-before-told story of how young Leia Organa comes to join the rebellion against the evil Empire.
A young Princess Leia spends her days learning the ways of politics, aiding those in need and preparing for the traditional ceremony in which she declares her intention to one day rule Alderaan. But as Leia prepares herself to be named the heir of the throne, she becomes aware of the growing distance between her and her parents, who behind closed doors are leaders of the newly formed rebellion.
Upon learning her parents’ secrets, Leia must now make a choice between her responsibility to the people of Alderaan and her responsibility to save a galaxy crushed by the rule of the Empire.
Leia…. The Preview
Check out one page of the preview:
Now, go back to StarWars.com to check out the complete preview. And then, hit the book store (digital or brick and mortar) on October 27.