Star Wars Icons: Vader: Darth Vader

Star Wars Icons: Vader: Darth Vader is a deluxe illustrated history tracing the character from early story drafts through film, television, novels, comics and games. The listing describes rare photography, concept art, collectible inserts and interviews, in a substantial 492-page volume.

At a glance

Covers Darth Vader's history from early George Lucas drafts to later screen and expanded-universe appearances.
The listing describes on-set photography, concept art, collectible inserts and interviews with Star Wars creatives.
At 492 pages and a listed 6.34 kg, it is a large-format volume better suited to shelf or table reading than casual carrying.

Price

£92.65Save 47%

Reference price: ~~£175.00~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Broad coverage spans film, television, novels, comics and games.
Illustrations and interviews are described as key elements, making the volume more than a text-only character history.
The extensive page count supports a deep-dive format for dedicated fans.

Cons

The listed 6.34 kg weight and 27.94 x 7.62 x 38.1 cm dimensions make this a bulky book to handle or store.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Insight Editions
Publication date	5 Nov. 2026
Edition	1st
Language	English
Print length	492 pages
ISBN-10	1647225221
ISBN-13	978-1647225223

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	6.34 kg
Dimensions	27.94 x 7.62 x 38.1 cm

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Star Wars fans seeking a broad visual history of Darth Vader across multiple media.
Collectors interested in illustrated reference books, behind-the-scenes material and creator interviews.
Readers looking for a substantial display or coffee-table style volume.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a compact, lightweight book for travel or everyday carrying.
Buyers who want only a focused account of the original film trilogy, rather than coverage across multiple eras and media.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the book cover?

The listing describes a history of Darth Vader from early drafts and his 1977 screen appearance through the prequel trilogy and appearances in television, novels, comics and games.

What visual material is included?

The listing cites candid on-set photography, concept art and collectible inserts, as well as interviews with Star Wars creatives.

Is this a compact book?

No. The listed dimensions are 27.94 x 7.62 x 38.1 cm and the listed weight is 6.34 kg, so it is a large, heavy volume.