About the book
The legendary precursor to The Lord of the Rings
“A creation of singular beauty . . . magnificent in its best moments.”—The Washington Post
Set primarily in the First Age of Middle-earth, The Silmarillion contains the legend of the creation of the world and an account of the Elder Days. It is the ancient drama remembered by Elrond and Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings, and the harrowing origin of the adventure that ends ages later with Frodo and the One Ring.
At the story’s heart are the three Silmarils, jewels that held within them the Light of the Two Trees of Valinor, and Fëanor, the most gifted of elven artificers. When the Two Trees are destroyed, the Silmarils become coveted, setting into motion events that lead to the rebellion of Fëanor and his kindred against the gods, their exile from Valinor, and their hopeless war against the greatest enemy Middle-earth has ever known: Morgoth.
Editions of The Silmarillion
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780345325815
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780345272553
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780345306920
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780807282953
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780553754230
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The legendary precursor to The Lord of the Rings
“A creation of singular beauty . . . magnificent in its best moments.”—The Washington Post
Set primarily in the First Age of Middle-earth, The Silmarillion contains the legend of the creation of the world and an account of the Elder Days. It is the ancient drama remembered by Elrond and Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings, and the harrowing origin of the adventure that ends ages later with Frodo and the One Ring.
At the story’s heart are the three Silmarils, jewels that held within them the Light of the Two Trees of Valinor, and Fëanor, the most gifted of elven artificers. When the Two Trees are destroyed, the Silmarils become coveted, setting into motion events that lead to the rebellion of Fëanor and his kindred against the gods, their exile from Valinor, and their hopeless war against the greatest enemy Middle-earth has ever known: Morgoth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Silmarillion about?
The legendary precursor to The Lord of the Rings
“A creation of singular beauty . . . magnificent in its best moments.”—The Washington Post
Set primarily in the First Age of Middle-earth, The Silmarillion contains the legend of the creation of the world and an account of the Elder Days. It is the ancient drama remembered by Elrond and Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings, and the harrowing origin of the adventure that ends ages later with Frodo and the One Ring.
At the story’s heart are the three Silmarils, jewels that held within them the Light of the Two Trees of Valinor, and Fëanor, the most gifted of elven artificers. When the Two Trees are destroyed, the Silmarils become coveted, setting into motion events that lead to the rebellion of Fëanor and his kindred against the gods, their exile from Valinor, and their hopeless war against the greatest enemy Middle-earth has ever known: Morgoth.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Silmarillion?
Fiction > Fantasy
Where can I read a sample of The Silmarillion?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780345325815
Is The Silmarillion part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Pre-Lord of the Rings
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Silmarillion?
J.R.R. Tolkien
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Silmarillion is available as paperback(ISBN 9780345325815) and paperback(ISBN 9780345272553) and paperback(ISBN 9780345306920) and audiobook(ISBN 9780807282953) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780553754230)
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