Star Wars is a fantastic feat of science fiction and fantasy. We marvel at the variety of creatures and technology and the mystery behind the force. But how much of the Star Wars world is rooted in reality? Could we see some of the extraordinary inventions materialize in our world? This book examines topics that span the movies' universe such as battle technology, alien life and space trave. Fascinating explorations of physics and plausibility. How long before we get a Star Wars speeder off the ground? What exactly is the Force? How could Kylo Ren stop a blaster shot in mid-air? How could we live on a gas giant like Bespin? Nature versus nurture: How does it play out in the making of Jedi? How much would it cost to build the Death Star? Mark Brake's books include Alien Life Imagined. Jon Chase tours Europe with his Science of Doctor Who, Science of Star War and Science of Superheroes shows.