The Star Wars Question & Answer Book About Computers

by Fred D'Ignazio, Ken Barr (Illustrator)

C-3PO and R2-D2, those lovable droids from the Star Wars Saga, will help you learn all you need to know about the past, present, and future of computers (circa 1983)

Genres: Star Wars, Nonfiction

61 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 1983

About the author

Fred D'Ignazio (born January 6, 1949 in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania) is an American author, educator, and television commentator.

D'Ignazio is considered to be one of the world's leading pioneers in multimedia-based education. In the 1980s and 1990s he was an associate editor and columnist for COMPUTE! and COMPUTE!'s Gazette, and a technology commentator on ABC's Good Morning America. He is also the author of over 20 non-fiction books on science and technology, as well as a series of juvenile science fiction novels.

D'Ignazio received an M.A. from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in 1971, and pursued further studies at the American University's Washington College of Law. He is married and has three children

Reviews

[kesseljunkie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Delightful to visit this time capsule. A sensible, and informative introduction to computers from a 1980s perspective. An instructional piece with some legit historical notes as a gateway to really learning for kids and anyone with an interest who doesn’t want to get too deep in the weeds. Good, clear, concise information presented in a fun and accessible way.

[Ashley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wish I would have had this growing up in the 80s. I remember having the space version. Illustrations are great!