Star Wars: Return of the Jedi is the novelization of the 1983 film of the same name, written by James Kahn. It follows the final chapter of the original Star Wars trilogy, where Luke Skywalker confronts Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine, seeking to redeem his father and bring balance to the Force. The book expands on the film's narrative with additional details and insights into the characters' thoughts and motivations, offering a deeper exploration of the epic conclusion to the Rebel Alliance's battle against the Galactic Empire.